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PJ04 LDN

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 89,422 miles on the clock, averaging 5,028 miles per year, below 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 PJ04 LDN

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,422
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,028

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,422 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,028
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ04 LDN 23k40k56k73k89k '07'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,422 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,422 miles
Since last MOT+4,674 miles
PASS
Mileage84,748 miles
Since last MOT+2,455 miles
PASS
Mileage82,293 miles
Since last MOT+2,538 miles
PASS
Mileage79,755 miles
Since last MOT+4,287 miles
PASS
Mileage75,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,468 miles
Since last MOT+4,754 miles
PASS
Mileage70,714 miles
Since last MOT+6,065 miles
PASS
Mileage64,649 miles
Since last MOT+5,620 miles
PASS
Mileage59,029 miles
Since last MOT+1,153 miles
PASS
Mileage57,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,876 miles
Since last MOT+1,167 miles
PASS
Mileage56,709 miles
Since last MOT+1,116 miles
PASS
Mileage55,593 miles
Since last MOT+8,594 miles
PASS
Mileage46,999 miles
Since last MOT+7,662 miles
PASS
Mileage39,337 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,335 miles
Since last MOT+8,328 miles
PASS
Mileage31,007 miles
Since last MOT+1,718 miles
PASS
Mileage29,289 miles
Since last MOT+6,258 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,031 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

RegistrationPJ04 LDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About PJ04 LDN

What car is PJ04 LDN?

PJ04 LDN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.

What is the mileage of PJ04 LDN?

The last recorded mileage for PJ04 LDN was 89,422 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ04 LDN passed its MOT?

PJ04 LDN has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2020.

Is PJ04 LDN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ04 LDN 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 PJ04 LDN?

PJ04 LDN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.