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 1390cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 80,838 miles on the clock, averaging 3,086 miles per year, well 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 RE04 KNL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,086 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE04 KNL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RE04 KNL
What car is RE04 KNL?
RE04 KNL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RE04 KNL?
The last recorded mileage for RE04 KNL was 80,838 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE04 KNL passed its MOT?
RE04 KNL has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2025.
Is RE04 KNL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE04 KNL 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 RE04 KNL?
RE04 KNL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.