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HD53 EYA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 119,565 miles on the clock, averaging 5,308 miles per year, 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 EYA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
119,565
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
5,308

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading119,565 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,353
Average per year5,308
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HD53 EYA 19k44k69k94k120k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage119,565 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage116,212 miles
Since last MOT+3,084 miles
PASS
Mileage113,128 miles
Since last MOT+2,723 miles
PASS
Mileage110,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,405 miles
Since last MOT+3,948 miles
PASS
Mileage106,457 miles
Since last MOT+1,527 miles
PASS
Mileage104,930 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,925 miles
Since last MOT+2,867 miles
PASS
Mileage102,058 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,052 miles
Since last MOT+3,907 miles
PASS
Mileage98,145 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,141 miles
Since last MOT+4,608 miles
PASS
Mileage93,533 miles
Since last MOT+4,045 miles
PASS
Mileage89,488 miles
Since last MOT+11,644 miles
PASS
Mileage77,844 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,841 miles
Since last MOT+8,365 miles
PASS
Mileage69,476 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,460 miles
Since last MOT+6,698 miles
PASS
Mileage62,762 miles
Since last MOT+9,312 miles
PASS
Mileage53,450 miles
Since last MOT+4,538 miles
PASS
Mileage48,912 miles
Since last MOT+5,717 miles
PASS
Mileage43,195 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,185 miles
Since last MOT+6,351 miles
PASS
Mileage36,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,343 miles
PASS
Mileage30,491 miles
Since last MOT+6,106 miles
PASS
Mileage24,385 miles
Since last MOT+5,146 miles
PASS
Mileage19,239 miles

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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

RegistrationHD53 EYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About HD53 EYA

What car is HD53 EYA?

HD53 EYA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HD53 EYA?

The last recorded mileage for HD53 EYA was 119,565 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HD53 EYA passed its MOT?

HD53 EYA has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.

Is HD53 EYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 EYA 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 EYA?

HD53 EYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.