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 2011 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 82,421 miles on the clock, averaging 3,862 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PO53 DDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,421 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,862 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PO53 DDS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PO53 DDS
What car is PO53 DDS?
PO53 DDS is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2011.
What is the mileage of PO53 DDS?
The last recorded mileage for PO53 DDS was 82,421 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO53 DDS passed its MOT?
PO53 DDS has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2026.
Is PO53 DDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO53 DDS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is PO53 DDS?
PO53 DDS is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.