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 Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 146,821 miles on the clock, averaging 11,514 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 SX04 EMF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,821 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 11,514 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SX04 EMF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SX04 EMF
What car is SX04 EMF?
SX04 EMF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX04 EMF?
The last recorded mileage for SX04 EMF was 146,821 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX04 EMF passed its MOT?
SX04 EMF has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2016.
Is SX04 EMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX04 EMF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SX04 EMF?
SX04 EMF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.