The road tax status for AR04 EFW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AR04 EFW?

The MOT for AR04 EFW is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 May 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of AR04 EFW?

The recorded mileage for AR04 EFW is 102,423 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AR04 EFW ULEZ compliant?

No, AR04 EFW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · AR04 EFW

AR04 EFW

2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 19/08/2004. Recorded mileage 102,423 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2004 · Norwich
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/05/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 102,423 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 15/05/2024

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Mileage: 102,423 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1390cc

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AR04 EFW Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2023
102,423 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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AR04 EFW Mileage History

03/05/202295,457 mi
03/05/202295,457 mi
16/05/2023102,416 mi+6,959 mi
17/05/2023102,423 mi+7 mi

Average of roughly 6,714 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

AR04 EFW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 10:08

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Polo (AR04 EFW) between May 2022 and May 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 17 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.

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