2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · KN04 HMK
2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 02 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 103,439 miles. MOT valid until 06 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,439 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KN04 HMK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2026
- 103,439 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KN04 HMK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Polo (KN04 HMK) between September 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
KN04 HMK Mileage History
- 21/09/202299,520 mi
- 25/09/2023100,360 mi+840 mi
- 26/09/2024101,456 mi+1,096 mi
- 26/09/2025102,426 mi+970 mi
- 16/09/2026103,439 mi+1,013 mi
Average of roughly 983 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Polo Mk4 (9N/9N3)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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