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 Diesel 1896cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 185,963 miles on the clock, averaging 8,578 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DK53 GKD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 185,963 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 71 |
| Average per year | 8,578 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | DK53 GKD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DK53 GKD
What car is DK53 GKD?
DK53 GKD is a yellow Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DK53 GKD?
The last recorded mileage for DK53 GKD was 185,963 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK53 GKD passed its MOT?
DK53 GKD has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2024.
Is DK53 GKD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK53 GKD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DK53 GKD?
DK53 GKD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.