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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1149cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 108,351 miles on the clock, averaging 5,629 miles per year, 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 RX53 DDF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,351 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,431 |
| Average per year | 5,629 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RX53 DDF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1149cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 DDF
What car is RX53 DDF?
RX53 DDF is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1149cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 DDF?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 DDF was 108,351 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 DDF passed its MOT?
RX53 DDF has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 2 Jun 2023.
Is RX53 DDF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 DDF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RX53 DDF?
RX53 DDF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.