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 1200cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 94,647 miles on the clock, averaging 5,072 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 HJ04 YBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,072 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | HJ04 YBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| 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 YBV
What car is HJ04 YBV?
HJ04 YBV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HJ04 YBV?
The last recorded mileage for HJ04 YBV was 94,647 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ04 YBV passed its MOT?
HJ04 YBV has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2023.
Is HJ04 YBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ04 YBV 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 YBV?
HJ04 YBV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.