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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 58,066 miles on the clock, averaging 3,382 miles per year, well 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 WJL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,066 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 WJL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 WJL
What car is MW04 WJL?
MW04 WJL is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MW04 WJL?
The last recorded mileage for MW04 WJL was 58,066 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW04 WJL passed its MOT?
MW04 WJL has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2020.
Is MW04 WJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW04 WJL 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 WJL?
MW04 WJL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.