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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 101,965 miles on the clock, averaging 5,088 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MW04 PHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,965 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,088 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW04 PHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About MW04 PHU
What car is MW04 PHU?
MW04 PHU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MW04 PHU?
The last recorded mileage for MW04 PHU was 101,965 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW04 PHU passed its MOT?
MW04 PHU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2023.
Is MW04 PHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW04 PHU 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 MW04 PHU?
MW04 PHU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.