Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 47,582 miles on the clock, averaging 5,239 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GL04 KBN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 47,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,421 |
| Average per year | 5,239 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL04 KBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GL04 KBN
What car is GL04 KBN?
GL04 KBN is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL04 KBN?
The last recorded mileage for GL04 KBN was 47,582 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL04 KBN passed its MOT?
GL04 KBN has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Apr 2012.
Is GL04 KBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL04 KBN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GL04 KBN?
GL04 KBN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.