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RO04 TCZ

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 94,476 miles on the clock, averaging 6,945 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 RO04 TCZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,476
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,945

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading94,476 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,850
Average per year6,945
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO04 TCZ 13k33k54k74k94k '07'19'13

Check RO04 TCZ

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,476 miles
Since last MOT+4,850 miles
PASS
Mileage89,626 miles
Since last MOT+1,490 miles
PASS
Mileage88,136 miles
Since last MOT+5,978 miles
PASS
Mileage82,158 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,153 miles
Since last MOT+8,137 miles
PASS
Mileage74,016 miles
Since last MOT+7,531 miles
PASS
Mileage66,485 miles
Since last MOT+10,709 miles
PASS
Mileage55,776 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,775 miles
Since last MOT+9,316 miles
PASS
Mileage46,459 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,459 miles
Since last MOT+6,671 miles
PASS
Mileage39,788 miles
Since last MOT+6,211 miles
PASS
Mileage33,577 miles
Since last MOT+8,781 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,796 miles
Since last MOT+8,723 miles
PASS
Mileage16,073 miles
Since last MOT+3,165 miles
PASS
Mileage12,908 miles

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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

RegistrationRO04 TCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RO04 TCZ

What car is RO04 TCZ?

RO04 TCZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RO04 TCZ?

The last recorded mileage for RO04 TCZ was 94,476 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO04 TCZ passed its MOT?

RO04 TCZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2019.

Is RO04 TCZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO04 TCZ 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 TCZ?

RO04 TCZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.