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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 88,347 miles on the clock, averaging 5,070 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 RF04 RXM
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 | 88,347 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 5,070 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | RF04 RXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RF04 RXM
What car is RF04 RXM?
RF04 RXM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RF04 RXM?
The last recorded mileage for RF04 RXM was 88,347 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF04 RXM passed its MOT?
RF04 RXM has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 25 Jul 2019.
Is RF04 RXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF04 RXM 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 RF04 RXM?
RF04 RXM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.