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 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 87,114 miles on the clock, averaging 3,975 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 LA53 DHU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,114 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,324 |
| Average per year | 3,975 |
| 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 | LA53 DHU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 DHU
What car is LA53 DHU?
LA53 DHU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LA53 DHU?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 DHU was 87,114 miles, recorded on 9 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 DHU passed its MOT?
LA53 DHU has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Sep 2025.
Is LA53 DHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 DHU 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 LA53 DHU?
LA53 DHU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.