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LM04 ESV

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 62,196 miles on the clock, averaging 7,339 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 LM04 ESV

MOT Status
Due date passed
62,196
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2007
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,339

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

Below average
Latest reading62,196 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,441
Average per year7,339
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM04 ESV 4k18k33k48k62k '07'15'12

Check LM04 ESV

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage62,196 miles
Since last MOT+10,441 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,755 miles
Since last MOT+6,529 miles
PASS
Mileage45,226 miles
Since last MOT+1,815 miles
PASS
Mileage43,411 miles
Since last MOT+10,739 miles
PASS
Mileage32,672 miles
Since last MOT+12,117 miles
PASS
Mileage20,555 miles
Since last MOT+10,584 miles
PASS
Mileage9,971 miles
Since last MOT+1,982 miles
PASS
Mileage7,989 miles
Since last MOT+2,383 miles
FAIL
Mileage5,606 miles
Since last MOT+1,881 miles
PASS
Mileage3,725 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 ESV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LM04 ESV

What car is LM04 ESV?

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

What is the mileage of LM04 ESV?

The last recorded mileage for LM04 ESV was 62,196 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM04 ESV passed its MOT?

LM04 ESV has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2015.

Is LM04 ESV ULEZ compliant?

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

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