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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 135,999 miles on the clock, averaging 4,708 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 ST53 ULX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 135,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,108 |
| Average per year | 4,708 |
| 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 | ST53 ULX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 ULX
What car is ST53 ULX?
ST53 ULX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Dundee in 2004.
What is the mileage of ST53 ULX?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 ULX was 135,999 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 ULX passed its MOT?
ST53 ULX has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2022.
Is ST53 ULX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 ULX 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 ST53 ULX?
ST53 ULX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.