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LM04 ESU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 62,709 miles on the clock, averaging 3,180 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 LM04 ESU

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,709
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,180

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 reading62,709 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year3,180
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM04 ESU 10k23k36k50k63k '07'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,709 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,704 miles
Since last MOT+3,143 miles
PASS
Mileage59,561 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage55,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,436 miles
Since last MOT+5,381 miles
PASS
Mileage50,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,055 miles
Since last MOT+5,578 miles
PASS
Mileage44,477 miles
Since last MOT+3,436 miles
PASS
Mileage41,041 miles
Since last MOT+2,318 miles
PASS
Mileage38,723 miles
Since last MOT+2,075 miles
PASS
Mileage36,648 miles
Since last MOT+2,974 miles
PASS
Mileage33,674 miles
Since last MOT+4,969 miles
PASS
Mileage28,705 miles
Since last MOT+5,546 miles
PASS
Mileage23,159 miles
Since last MOT+4,844 miles
PASS
Mileage18,315 miles
Since last MOT+806 miles
PASS
Mileage17,509 miles
Since last MOT+1,210 miles
PASS
Mileage16,299 miles
Since last MOT+2,275 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,024 miles
Since last MOT+2,065 miles
PASS
Mileage11,959 miles
Since last MOT+1,726 miles
PASS
Mileage10,233 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

RegistrationLM04 ESU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LM04 ESU

What car is LM04 ESU?

LM04 ESU is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.

What is the mileage of LM04 ESU?

The last recorded mileage for LM04 ESU was 62,709 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM04 ESU passed its MOT?

LM04 ESU has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2023.

Is LM04 ESU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM04 ESU 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 LM04 ESU?

LM04 ESU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.