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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 110,538 miles on the clock, averaging 4,683 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DS53 GPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 110,538 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,944 |
| Average per year | 4,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS53 GPJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DS53 GPJ
What car is DS53 GPJ?
DS53 GPJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DS53 GPJ?
The last recorded mileage for DS53 GPJ was 110,538 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS53 GPJ passed its MOT?
DS53 GPJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 24 Feb 2025.
Is DS53 GPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS53 GPJ 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 DS53 GPJ?
DS53 GPJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.