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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 113,894 miles on the clock, averaging 9,166 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for WF53 DPZ
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,894 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,166 |
| 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 | WF53 DPZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WF53 DPZ
What car is WF53 DPZ?
WF53 DPZ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 DPZ?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 DPZ was 113,894 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 DPZ passed its MOT?
WF53 DPZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2015.
Is WF53 DPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 DPZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is WF53 DPZ?
WF53 DPZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.