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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 117,406 miles on the clock, averaging 6,331 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 GY04 SXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,930 |
| Average per year | 6,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GY04 SXL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GY04 SXL
What car is GY04 SXL?
GY04 SXL is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GY04 SXL?
The last recorded mileage for GY04 SXL was 117,406 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY04 SXL passed its MOT?
GY04 SXL has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2022.
Is GY04 SXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY04 SXL 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 GY04 SXL?
GY04 SXL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.