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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 70,845 miles on the clock, averaging 4,520 miles per year, well below 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 HD53 ETU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,845 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 338 |
| Average per year | 4,520 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | HD53 ETU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 ETU
What car is HD53 ETU?
HD53 ETU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD53 ETU?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 ETU was 70,845 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 ETU passed its MOT?
HD53 ETU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2019.
Is HD53 ETU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 ETU 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 HD53 ETU?
HD53 ETU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.