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WD04 MLU

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 94,904 miles on the clock, averaging 4,696 miles per year, well 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 WD04 MLU

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,904
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2007
62%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 11 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
4,696

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading94,904 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,464
Average per year4,696
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WD04 MLU 18k37k56k76k95k '07'23'14

Check WD04 MLU

Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,904 miles
Since last MOT+1,464 miles
PASS
Mileage93,440 miles
Since last MOT+5,320 miles
PASS
Mileage88,120 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,120 miles
Since last MOT+2,362 miles
PASS
Mileage85,758 miles
Since last MOT+1,033 miles
PASS
Mileage84,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,725 miles
Since last MOT+2,007 miles
PASS
Mileage82,718 miles
Since last MOT+2,205 miles
PASS
Mileage80,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,513 miles
Since last MOT+1,238 miles
PASS
Mileage79,275 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,271 miles
Since last MOT+4,487 miles
PASS
Mileage74,784 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,782 miles
Since last MOT+4,957 miles
PASS
Mileage69,825 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,818 miles
Since last MOT+6,241 miles
PASS
Mileage63,577 miles
Since last MOT+7,061 miles
PASS
Mileage56,516 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,515 miles
Since last MOT+6,788 miles
PASS
Mileage49,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,727 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage49,707 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,668 miles
Since last MOT+6,068 miles
PASS
Mileage43,600 miles
Since last MOT+8,882 miles
PASS
Mileage34,718 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,718 miles
Since last MOT+9,223 miles
PASS
Mileage25,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,495 miles
Since last MOT+7,817 miles
PASS
Mileage17,678 miles

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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

RegistrationWD04 MLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WD04 MLU

What car is WD04 MLU?

WD04 MLU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WD04 MLU?

The last recorded mileage for WD04 MLU was 94,904 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD04 MLU passed its MOT?

WD04 MLU has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.

Is WD04 MLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD04 MLU 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 WD04 MLU?

WD04 MLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.