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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 91,381 miles on the clock, averaging 4,787 miles per year, well 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 SM04 WFW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,381 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,776 |
| Average per year | 4,787 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SM04 WFW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SM04 WFW
What car is SM04 WFW?
SM04 WFW is an white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM04 WFW?
The last recorded mileage for SM04 WFW was 91,381 miles, recorded on 2 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM04 WFW passed its MOT?
SM04 WFW has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Apr 2018.
Is SM04 WFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM04 WFW 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 SM04 WFW?
SM04 WFW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.