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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 91,216 miles on the clock, averaging 5,148 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 WF53 DSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,674 |
| Average per year | 5,148 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 DSX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 DSX
What car is WF53 DSX?
WF53 DSX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 DSX?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 DSX was 91,216 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 DSX passed its MOT?
WF53 DSX has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 11 Feb 2021.
Is WF53 DSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 DSX 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 DSX?
WF53 DSX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.