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LD04 ALU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 35,955 miles on the clock, averaging 1,590 miles per year, well 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 LD04 ALU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
35,955
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2007
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
1,590

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading35,955 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year1,590
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD04 ALU 6k13k21k28k36k '07'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage35,955 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,952 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
PASS
Mileage34,738 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,738 miles
Since last MOT+1,120 miles
PASS
Mileage33,618 miles
Since last MOT+1,332 miles
PASS
Mileage32,286 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage32,286 miles
Since last MOT+1,112 miles
PASS
Mileage31,174 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,174 miles
Since last MOT+1,155 miles
PASS
Mileage30,019 miles
Since last MOT+1,967 miles
PASS
Mileage28,052 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,044 miles
Since last MOT+1,969 miles
PASS
Mileage26,075 miles
Since last MOT+1,764 miles
PASS
Mileage24,311 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,272 miles
Since last MOT+2,170 miles
PASS
Mileage22,102 miles
Since last MOT+3,102 miles
PASS
Mileage19,000 miles
Since last MOT+3,267 miles
PASS
Mileage15,733 miles
Since last MOT+1,267 miles
PASS
Mileage14,466 miles
Since last MOT+1,680 miles
PASS
Mileage12,786 miles
Since last MOT+797 miles
PASS
Mileage11,989 miles
Since last MOT+2,729 miles
PASS
Mileage9,260 miles
Since last MOT+1,193 miles
PASS
Mileage8,067 miles
Since last MOT+1,093 miles
PASS
Mileage6,974 miles
Since last MOT+1,314 miles
PASS
Mileage5,660 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD04 ALU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LD04 ALU

What car is LD04 ALU?

LD04 ALU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.

What is the mileage of LD04 ALU?

The last recorded mileage for LD04 ALU was 35,955 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD04 ALU passed its MOT?

LD04 ALU has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.

Is LD04 ALU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD04 ALU 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 LD04 ALU?

LD04 ALU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.