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 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 138,420 miles on the clock, averaging 6,010 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RO04 TCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,420 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,960 |
| Average per year | 6,010 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RO04 TCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RO — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RO04 TCY
What car is RO04 TCY?
RO04 TCY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RO04 TCY?
The last recorded mileage for RO04 TCY was 138,420 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RO04 TCY passed its MOT?
RO04 TCY has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2025.
Is RO04 TCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO04 TCY 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 RO04 TCY?
RO04 TCY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.