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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 67,104 miles on the clock, averaging 8,947 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 MD53 FWU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 67,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,481 |
| Average per year | 8,947 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 FWU |
| 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 FWU
What car is MD53 FWU?
MD53 FWU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 FWU?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 FWU was 67,104 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 FWU passed its MOT?
MD53 FWU has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2012.
Is MD53 FWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 FWU 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 FWU?
MD53 FWU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.