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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 118,501 miles on the clock, averaging 9,171 miles per year, above 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 GD53 FFT
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,501 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,882 |
| Average per year | 9,171 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GD53 FFT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GD53 FFT
What car is GD53 FFT?
GD53 FFT is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GD53 FFT?
The last recorded mileage for GD53 FFT was 118,501 miles, recorded on 20 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD53 FFT passed its MOT?
GD53 FFT has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 20 May 2017.
Is GD53 FFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD53 FFT 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 GD53 FFT?
GD53 FFT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.