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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 67,446 miles on the clock, averaging 3,530 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 ML04 BWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,446 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | ML04 BWV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About ML04 BWV
What car is ML04 BWV?
ML04 BWV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of ML04 BWV?
The last recorded mileage for ML04 BWV was 67,446 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML04 BWV passed its MOT?
ML04 BWV has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2023.
Is ML04 BWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML04 BWV 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 ML04 BWV?
ML04 BWV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.