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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 98,271 miles on the clock, averaging 9,078 miles per year, above 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 VXC
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 98,271 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 9,078 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 VXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VXC
What car is RE04 VXC?
RE04 VXC is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RE04 VXC?
The last recorded mileage for RE04 VXC was 98,271 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE04 VXC passed its MOT?
RE04 VXC has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2015.
Is RE04 VXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE04 VXC 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 VXC?
RE04 VXC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.