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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 178,268 miles on the clock, averaging 8,440 miles per year, around 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 RK04 XWX
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
About average| Latest reading | 178,268 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,426 |
| Average per year | 8,440 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RK04 XWX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RK04 XWX
What car is RK04 XWX?
RK04 XWX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RK04 XWX?
The last recorded mileage for RK04 XWX was 178,268 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK04 XWX passed its MOT?
RK04 XWX has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 17 Apr 2023.
Is RK04 XWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK04 XWX 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 RK04 XWX?
RK04 XWX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.