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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 166,469 miles on the clock, averaging 9,665 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 DX53 CZF
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 | 166,469 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 9,665 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DX53 CZF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DX53 CZF
What car is DX53 CZF?
DX53 CZF is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DX53 CZF?
The last recorded mileage for DX53 CZF was 166,469 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX53 CZF passed its MOT?
DX53 CZF has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2021.
Is DX53 CZF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX53 CZF 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 DX53 CZF?
DX53 CZF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.