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 Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 127,526 miles on the clock, averaging 7,554 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 SO53 HUV
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,526 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,554 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SO53 HUV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 HUV
What car is SO53 HUV?
SO53 HUV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 HUV?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 HUV was 127,526 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 HUV passed its MOT?
SO53 HUV has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2018.
Is SO53 HUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 HUV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO53 HUV?
SO53 HUV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.