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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 72,416 miles on the clock, averaging 7,920 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HF53 PDU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 72,416 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,227 |
| Average per year | 7,920 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | HF53 PDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HF53 PDU
What car is HF53 PDU?
HF53 PDU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HF53 PDU?
The last recorded mileage for HF53 PDU was 72,416 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF53 PDU passed its MOT?
HF53 PDU has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2010.
Is HF53 PDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF53 PDU 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 HF53 PDU?
HF53 PDU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.