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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 131,410 miles on the clock, averaging 7,344 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 WD53 DHY
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,410 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,344 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | WD53 DHY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WD — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WD53 DHY
What car is WD53 DHY?
WD53 DHY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.
What is the mileage of WD53 DHY?
The last recorded mileage for WD53 DHY was 131,410 miles, recorded on 10 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WD53 DHY passed its MOT?
WD53 DHY has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2019.
Is WD53 DHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD53 DHY 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 WD53 DHY?
WD53 DHY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.