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 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 91,984 miles on the clock, averaging 8,683 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HJ04 HEL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 91,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,032 |
| Average per year | 8,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HJ04 HEL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About HJ04 HEL
What car is HJ04 HEL?
HJ04 HEL is an yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HJ04 HEL?
The last recorded mileage for HJ04 HEL was 91,984 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ04 HEL passed its MOT?
HJ04 HEL has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2014.
Is HJ04 HEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ04 HEL 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 HJ04 HEL?
HJ04 HEL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.