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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 12 (57% pass rate). It has 88,784 miles on the clock, averaging 4,724 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 MD53 BVR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,784 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 4,724 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | MD53 BVR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MD53 BVR
What car is MD53 BVR?
MD53 BVR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 BVR?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 BVR was 88,784 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 BVR passed its MOT?
MD53 BVR has had 28 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (16 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2024.
Is MD53 BVR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 BVR 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 MD53 BVR?
MD53 BVR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.