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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 88,782 miles on the clock, averaging 3,491 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 GD53 OOB
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,782 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,491 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GD53 OOB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 OOB
What car is GD53 OOB?
GD53 OOB is a purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GD53 OOB?
The last recorded mileage for GD53 OOB was 88,782 miles, recorded on 11 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD53 OOB passed its MOT?
GD53 OOB has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2023.
Is GD53 OOB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD53 OOB 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 OOB?
GD53 OOB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.