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WL04 KZK

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Blue Registered in Truro, 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 116,234 miles on the clock, averaging 7,495 miles per year, around 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 WL04 KZK

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,234
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2007
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,495

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading116,234 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,495
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL04 KZK 25k48k71k93k116k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,234 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,232 miles
Since last MOT+4,645 miles
PASS
Mileage111,587 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,488 miles
Since last MOT+3,432 miles
PASS
Mileage108,056 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,731 miles
PASS
Mileage103,316 miles
Since last MOT+6,398 miles
PASS
Mileage96,918 miles
Since last MOT+8,201 miles
PASS
Mileage88,717 miles
Since last MOT+9,322 miles
PASS
Mileage79,395 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,395 miles
Since last MOT+10,128 miles
PASS
Mileage69,267 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,267 miles
Since last MOT+8,451 miles
PASS
Mileage60,816 miles
Since last MOT+8,944 miles
PASS
Mileage51,872 miles
Since last MOT+9,086 miles
PASS
Mileage42,786 miles
Since last MOT+10,343 miles
PASS
Mileage32,443 miles
Since last MOT+7,465 miles
PASS
Mileage24,978 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

RegistrationWL04 KZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About WL04 KZK

What car is WL04 KZK?

WL04 KZK is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Truro in 2004.

What is the mileage of WL04 KZK?

The last recorded mileage for WL04 KZK was 116,234 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL04 KZK passed its MOT?

WL04 KZK has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2019.

Is WL04 KZK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL04 KZK 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 WL04 KZK?

WL04 KZK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.