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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 88,083 miles on the clock, averaging 3,342 miles per year, well 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 EX53 DBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,083 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,342 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | EX53 DBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 DBU
What car is EX53 DBU?
EX53 DBU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 DBU?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 DBU was 88,083 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 DBU passed its MOT?
EX53 DBU has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2025.
Is EX53 DBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 DBU 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 EX53 DBU?
EX53 DBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.