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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 116,268 miles on the clock, averaging 6,128 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 HS04 EFL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,268 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,128 |
| 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 | HS04 EFL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About HS04 EFL
What car is HS04 EFL?
HS04 EFL is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HS04 EFL?
The last recorded mileage for HS04 EFL was 116,268 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS04 EFL passed its MOT?
HS04 EFL has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2023.
Is HS04 EFL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS04 EFL 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 HS04 EFL?
HS04 EFL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.