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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 52,262 miles on the clock, averaging 4,329 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 RL53 DVN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,262 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 4,329 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RL53 DVN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RL53 DVN
What car is RL53 DVN?
RL53 DVN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 DVN?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 DVN was 52,262 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 DVN passed its MOT?
RL53 DVN has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2016.
Is RL53 DVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 DVN 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 RL53 DVN?
RL53 DVN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.