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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 107,248 miles on the clock, averaging 6,822 miles per year, 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 DX53 EWA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 107,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,226 |
| Average per year | 6,822 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 EWA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 EWA
What car is DX53 EWA?
DX53 EWA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DX53 EWA?
The last recorded mileage for DX53 EWA was 107,248 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX53 EWA passed its MOT?
DX53 EWA has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2020.
Is DX53 EWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX53 EWA 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 EWA?
DX53 EWA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.