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LJ04 FHW

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 105,595 miles on the clock, averaging 5,863 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 LJ04 FHW

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,595
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2007
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,863

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading105,595 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,863
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LJ04 FHW 17k39k61k83k106k '07'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,595 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,595 miles
Since last MOT+13,695 miles
PASS
Mileage91,900 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,896 miles
Since last MOT+9,373 miles
PASS
Mileage82,523 miles
Since last MOT+2,778 miles
PASS
Mileage79,745 miles
Since last MOT+6,064 miles
PASS
Mileage73,681 miles
Since last MOT+7,126 miles
PASS
Mileage66,555 miles
Since last MOT+3,669 miles
PASS
Mileage62,886 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,787 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,712 miles
Since last MOT+7,830 miles
PASS
Mileage54,882 miles
Since last MOT+2,742 miles
PASS
Mileage52,140 miles
Since last MOT+5,296 miles
PASS
Mileage46,844 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,844 miles
Since last MOT+3,513 miles
PASS
Mileage43,331 miles
Since last MOT+1,507 miles
PASS
Mileage41,824 miles
Since last MOT+1,551 miles
PASS
Mileage40,273 miles
Since last MOT+4,559 miles
PASS
Mileage35,714 miles
Since last MOT+6,008 miles
PASS
Mileage29,706 miles
Since last MOT+467 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,239 miles
Since last MOT+12,067 miles
PASS
Mileage17,172 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

RegistrationLJ04 FHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLJ — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LJ04 FHW

What car is LJ04 FHW?

LJ04 FHW is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.

What is the mileage of LJ04 FHW?

The last recorded mileage for LJ04 FHW was 105,595 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LJ04 FHW passed its MOT?

LJ04 FHW has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2022.

Is LJ04 FHW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LJ04 FHW 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 LJ04 FHW?

LJ04 FHW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.