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 1390cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 12 (57% pass rate). It has 114,072 miles on the clock, averaging 5,326 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 TXG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 114,072 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,993 |
| Average per year | 5,326 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO53 TXG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 TXG
What car is SO53 TXG?
SO53 TXG is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 TXG?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 TXG was 114,072 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 TXG passed its MOT?
SO53 TXG has had 28 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (16 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 5 Oct 2023.
Is SO53 TXG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 TXG 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 SO53 TXG?
SO53 TXG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.