Vehicle summary
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 138,177 miles on the clock, averaging 7,183 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 LR04 SVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,177 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,507 |
| Average per year | 7,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LR04 SVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About LR04 SVT
What car is LR04 SVT?
LR04 SVT is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.
What is the mileage of LR04 SVT?
The last recorded mileage for LR04 SVT was 138,177 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR04 SVT passed its MOT?
LR04 SVT has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2025.
Is LR04 SVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR04 SVT 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 LR04 SVT?
LR04 SVT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.