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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 146,520 miles on the clock, averaging 11,721 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SW04 LHM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,520 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,432 |
| Average per year | 11,721 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SW04 LHM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SW04 LHM
What car is SW04 LHM?
SW04 LHM is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.
What is the mileage of SW04 LHM?
The last recorded mileage for SW04 LHM was 146,520 miles, recorded on 21 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW04 LHM passed its MOT?
SW04 LHM has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Jun 2015.
Is SW04 LHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW04 LHM 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 SW04 LHM?
SW04 LHM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.