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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 148,286 miles on the clock, averaging 7,798 miles per year, around 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 JVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 148,286 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,251 |
| Average per year | 7,798 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 JVW |
| 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 JVW
What car is HC04 JVW?
HC04 JVW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HC04 JVW?
The last recorded mileage for HC04 JVW was 148,286 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HC04 JVW passed its MOT?
HC04 JVW has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 5 Nov 2024.
Is HC04 JVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HC04 JVW 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 JVW?
HC04 JVW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.