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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 145,906 miles on the clock, averaging 9,951 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 FLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,906 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,951 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DF53 FLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 FLV
What car is DF53 FLV?
DF53 FLV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 FLV?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 FLV was 145,906 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 FLV passed its MOT?
DF53 FLV has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2017.
Is DF53 FLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 FLV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DF53 FLV?
DF53 FLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.