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 1200cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 109,824 miles on the clock, averaging 4,823 miles per year, well 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 BP53 DXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 109,824 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,823 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BP53 DXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 DXD
What car is BP53 DXD?
BP53 DXD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BP53 DXD?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 DXD was 109,824 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 DXD passed its MOT?
BP53 DXD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2018.
Is BP53 DXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 DXD 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 BP53 DXD?
BP53 DXD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.