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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 126,981 miles on the clock, averaging 9,552 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HC04 ETJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,788 |
| Average per year | 9,552 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | HC04 ETJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HC — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About HC04 ETJ
What car is HC04 ETJ?
HC04 ETJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HC04 ETJ?
The last recorded mileage for HC04 ETJ was 126,981 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HC04 ETJ passed its MOT?
HC04 ETJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 13 Nov 2017.
Is HC04 ETJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HC04 ETJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HC04 ETJ?
HC04 ETJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.