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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 95,019 miles on the clock, averaging 7,044 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 SX04 BVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,019 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,044 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SX04 BVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SX04 BVE
What car is SX04 BVE?
SX04 BVE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX04 BVE?
The last recorded mileage for SX04 BVE was 95,019 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX04 BVE passed its MOT?
SX04 BVE has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2017.
Is SX04 BVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX04 BVE 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 SX04 BVE?
SX04 BVE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.