Vehicle summary
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 Petrol 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 121,285 miles on the clock, averaging 6,105 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AD53 ZDF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,804 |
| Average per year | 6,105 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD53 ZDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AD53 ZDF
What car is AD53 ZDF?
AD53 ZDF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AD53 ZDF?
The last recorded mileage for AD53 ZDF was 121,285 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD53 ZDF passed its MOT?
AD53 ZDF has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2022.
Is AD53 ZDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD53 ZDF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD53 ZDF?
AD53 ZDF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.