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NL04 MMU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 134,458 miles on the clock, averaging 7,853 miles per year, around 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 NL04 MMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,458
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,853

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,458 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,182
Average per year7,853
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL04 MMU 32k58k83k109k134k '07'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,458 miles
Since last MOT+1,182 miles
PASS
Mileage133,276 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage133,247 miles
Since last MOT+1,430 miles
PASS
Mileage131,817 miles
Since last MOT+1,388 miles
PASS
Mileage130,429 miles
Since last MOT+1,621 miles
PASS
Mileage128,808 miles
Since last MOT+1,218 miles
PASS
Mileage127,590 miles
Since last MOT+2,272 miles
PASS
Mileage125,318 miles
Since last MOT+11,090 miles
PASS
Mileage114,228 miles
Since last MOT+11,802 miles
PASS
Mileage102,426 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,426 miles
Since last MOT+12,792 miles
PASS
Mileage89,634 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,584 miles
Since last MOT+12,667 miles
PASS
Mileage76,917 miles
Since last MOT+14,816 miles
PASS
Mileage62,101 miles
Since last MOT+15,337 miles
PASS
Mileage46,764 miles
Since last MOT+14,817 miles
PASS
Mileage31,947 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

RegistrationNL04 MMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About NL04 MMU

What car is NL04 MMU?

NL04 MMU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.

What is the mileage of NL04 MMU?

The last recorded mileage for NL04 MMU was 134,458 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL04 MMU passed its MOT?

NL04 MMU has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2020.

Is NL04 MMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL04 MMU 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 NL04 MMU?

NL04 MMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.