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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 121,767 miles on the clock, averaging 7,042 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 PF04 JAU
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
Below average| Latest reading | 121,767 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,042 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | PF04 JAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About PF04 JAU
What car is PF04 JAU?
PF04 JAU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PF04 JAU?
The last recorded mileage for PF04 JAU was 121,767 miles, recorded on 6 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF04 JAU passed its MOT?
PF04 JAU has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2022.
Is PF04 JAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF04 JAU 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 PF04 JAU?
PF04 JAU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.