2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · YP04 BVT
2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 25 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 143,028 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,028 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP04 BVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 143,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP04 BVT 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 (YP04 BVT) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 July 2026 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: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 165/70 14 fitted to nearside and 175/60 14 fitted to offsid”; “Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail damaged exposing inner cord (1.1.12 (a))”; “Offside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail damaged exposing inner cord (1.1.12 (a))”.
YP04 BVT Mileage History
- 09/07/2024135,655 mi
- 30/06/2025139,384 mi+3,729 mi
- 30/06/2025139,384 mi
- 01/07/2026142,919 mi+3,535 mi
- 20/07/2026143,028 mi+109 mi
Average of roughly 3,634 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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