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WF04 KPN

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1422cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 133,294 miles on the clock, averaging 6,045 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WF04 KPN

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,294
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
6,045

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,294 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,594
Average per year6,045
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF04 KPN 17k46k75k104k133k '07'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage133,294 miles
Since last MOT+4,594 miles
PASS
Mileage128,700 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,688 miles
Since last MOT+4,647 miles
PASS
Mileage124,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage124,041 miles
Since last MOT+4,069 miles
PASS
Mileage119,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,434 miles
PASS
Mileage115,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,538 miles
Since last MOT+3,967 miles
PASS
Mileage111,571 miles
Since last MOT+3,701 miles
PASS
Mileage107,870 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,870 miles
Since last MOT+3,870 miles
PASS
Mileage104,000 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,000 miles
Since last MOT+4,036 miles
PASS
Mileage99,964 miles
Since last MOT+1,593 miles
PASS
Mileage98,371 miles
Since last MOT+5,191 miles
PASS
Mileage93,180 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,180 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage88,225 miles
Since last MOT+6,040 miles
PASS
Mileage82,185 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,185 miles
Since last MOT+8,436 miles
PASS
Mileage73,749 miles
Since last MOT+8,578 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,171 miles
Since last MOT+9,476 miles
PASS
Mileage55,695 miles
Since last MOT+10,160 miles
PASS
Mileage45,535 miles
Since last MOT+9,360 miles
PASS
Mileage36,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,175 miles
Since last MOT+7,610 miles
PASS
Mileage28,565 miles
Since last MOT+6,013 miles
PASS
Mileage22,552 miles
Since last MOT+5,696 miles
PASS
Mileage16,856 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,852 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF04 KPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WF04 KPN

What car is WF04 KPN?

WF04 KPN is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WF04 KPN?

The last recorded mileage for WF04 KPN was 133,294 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF04 KPN passed its MOT?

WF04 KPN has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jun 2026.

Is WF04 KPN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF04 KPN 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 WF04 KPN?

WF04 KPN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.