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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 135,528 miles on the clock, averaging 6,551 miles per year, below 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 HW04 GPE
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 | 135,528 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16 |
| Average per year | 6,551 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HW04 GPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About HW04 GPE
What car is HW04 GPE?
HW04 GPE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HW04 GPE?
The last recorded mileage for HW04 GPE was 135,528 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW04 GPE passed its MOT?
HW04 GPE has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2024.
Is HW04 GPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW04 GPE 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 HW04 GPE?
HW04 GPE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.