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KS04 WGM

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1422cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 119,761 miles on the clock, averaging 5,927 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for KS04 WGM

MOT Status
Due date passed
119,761
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2007
64%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
5,927

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,761 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34
Average per year5,927
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KS04 WGM 14k40k67k93k120k '07'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,761 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,727 miles
Since last MOT+7,901 miles
PASS
Mileage111,826 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,826 miles
Since last MOT+8,365 miles
PASS
Mileage103,461 miles
Since last MOT+8,298 miles
PASS
Mileage95,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,163 miles
Since last MOT+7,882 miles
PASS
Mileage87,281 miles
Since last MOT+7,405 miles
PASS
Mileage79,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,876 miles
Since last MOT+7,572 miles
PASS
Mileage72,304 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,304 miles
Since last MOT+8,719 miles
PASS
Mileage63,585 miles
Since last MOT+6,108 miles
PASS
Mileage57,477 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,477 miles
Since last MOT+4,675 miles
PASS
Mileage52,802 miles
Since last MOT+2,353 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,449 miles
Since last MOT+3,156 miles
PASS
Mileage47,293 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,289 miles
Since last MOT+3,637 miles
PASS
Mileage43,652 miles
Since last MOT+5,473 miles
PASS
Mileage38,179 miles
Since last MOT+4,823 miles
PASS
Mileage33,356 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,353 miles
Since last MOT+3,618 miles
PASS
Mileage29,735 miles
Since last MOT+4,564 miles
PASS
Mileage25,171 miles
Since last MOT+6,037 miles
PASS
Mileage19,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage19,134 miles
Since last MOT+5,591 miles
PASS
Mileage13,543 miles

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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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS04 WGM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeKS — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About KS04 WGM

What car is KS04 WGM?

KS04 WGM is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.

What is the mileage of KS04 WGM?

The last recorded mileage for KS04 WGM was 119,761 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KS04 WGM passed its MOT?

KS04 WGM has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Jul 2025.

Is KS04 WGM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS04 WGM 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 KS04 WGM?

KS04 WGM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.