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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 87,255 miles on the clock, averaging 5,182 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 NM04 ESV
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 | 87,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,182 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | NM04 ESV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NM — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About NM04 ESV
What car is NM04 ESV?
NM04 ESV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NM04 ESV?
The last recorded mileage for NM04 ESV was 87,255 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NM04 ESV passed its MOT?
NM04 ESV has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2018.
Is NM04 ESV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NM04 ESV 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 NM04 ESV?
NM04 ESV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.