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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 107,693 miles on the clock, averaging 6,783 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 SO04 ULR
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 | 107,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,783 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SO04 ULR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SO04 ULR
What car is SO04 ULR?
SO04 ULR is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO04 ULR?
The last recorded mileage for SO04 ULR was 107,693 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO04 ULR passed its MOT?
SO04 ULR has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2019.
Is SO04 ULR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO04 ULR 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 SO04 ULR?
SO04 ULR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.