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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 13 (58% pass rate). It has 110,321 miles on the clock, averaging 5,354 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 GL53 HVD
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
Below average| Latest reading | 110,321 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,354 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | GL53 HVD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GL53 HVD
What car is GL53 HVD?
GL53 HVD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL53 HVD?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 HVD was 110,321 miles, recorded on 24 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 HVD passed its MOT?
GL53 HVD has had 31 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (18 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 24 Jan 2025.
Is GL53 HVD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 HVD 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 GL53 HVD?
GL53 HVD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.