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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 100,670 miles on the clock, averaging 5,675 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 RY04 SHV
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 | 100,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,675 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | RY04 SHV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RY04 SHV
What car is RY04 SHV?
RY04 SHV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RY04 SHV?
The last recorded mileage for RY04 SHV was 100,670 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY04 SHV passed its MOT?
RY04 SHV has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2021.
Is RY04 SHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY04 SHV 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 RY04 SHV?
RY04 SHV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.