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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 98,787 miles on the clock, averaging 6,549 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 HKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,549 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 HKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 HKU
What car is WF53 HKU?
WF53 HKU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 HKU?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 HKU was 98,787 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 HKU passed its MOT?
WF53 HKU has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2020.
Is WF53 HKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 HKU 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 HKU?
WF53 HKU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.