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WA53 WYX

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 102,788 miles on the clock, averaging 4,168 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 WA53 WYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,788
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2007
86%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,168

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,788 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,155
Average per year4,168
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA53 WYX 31k49k67k85k103k '07'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,788 miles
Since last MOT+11,155 miles
PASS
Mileage91,633 miles
Since last MOT+9,152 miles
PASS
Mileage82,481 miles
Since last MOT+5,072 miles
PASS
Mileage77,409 miles
Since last MOT+2,926 miles
PASS
Mileage74,483 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage72,965 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,965 miles
Since last MOT+1,560 miles
PASS
Mileage71,405 miles
Since last MOT+1,517 miles
PASS
Mileage69,888 miles
Since last MOT+1,166 miles
PASS
Mileage68,722 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,722 miles
Since last MOT+1,630 miles
PASS
Mileage67,092 miles
Since last MOT+1,065 miles
PASS
Mileage66,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,027 miles
Since last MOT+2,470 miles
PASS
Mileage63,557 miles
Since last MOT+3,056 miles
PASS
Mileage60,501 miles
Since last MOT+1,692 miles
PASS
Mileage58,809 miles
Since last MOT+5,590 miles
PASS
Mileage53,219 miles
Since last MOT+6,270 miles
PASS
Mileage46,949 miles
Since last MOT+7,112 miles
PASS
Mileage39,837 miles
Since last MOT+8,721 miles
PASS
Mileage31,116 miles

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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

RegistrationWA53 WYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WA53 WYX

What car is WA53 WYX?

WA53 WYX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WA53 WYX?

The last recorded mileage for WA53 WYX was 102,788 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA53 WYX passed its MOT?

WA53 WYX has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2024.

Is WA53 WYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA53 WYX 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 WA53 WYX?

WA53 WYX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.