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WL53 JVH

2004 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 94,935 miles on the clock, averaging 4,256 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WL53 JVH

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,935
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2007
60%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,256

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading94,935 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,329
Average per year4,256
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WL53 JVH 16k36k55k75k95k '07'25'14

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,935 miles
Since last MOT+1,329 miles
PASS
Mileage93,606 miles
Since last MOT+1,391 miles
PASS
Mileage92,215 miles
Since last MOT+2,355 miles
PASS
Mileage89,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,860 miles
Since last MOT+1,130 miles
PASS
Mileage88,730 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,710 miles
Since last MOT+2,682 miles
PASS
Mileage86,028 miles
Since last MOT+294 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,734 miles
Since last MOT+7,434 miles
PASS
Mileage78,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,300 miles
Since last MOT+7,713 miles
PASS
Mileage70,587 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,587 miles
Since last MOT+6,639 miles
PASS
Mileage63,948 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,853 miles
Since last MOT+6,692 miles
PASS
Mileage57,161 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,161 miles
Since last MOT+7,788 miles
PASS
Mileage49,373 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,373 miles
Since last MOT+6,557 miles
PASS
Mileage42,816 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,806 miles
Since last MOT+6,880 miles
PASS
Mileage35,926 miles
Since last MOT+10,473 miles
PASS
Mileage25,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,453 miles
Since last MOT+9,411 miles
PASS
Mileage16,042 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 JVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WL53 JVH

What car is WL53 JVH?

WL53 JVH is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Truro in 2004.

What is the mileage of WL53 JVH?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 JVH was 94,935 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 JVH passed its MOT?

WL53 JVH has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2025.

Is WL53 JVH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 JVH 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 WL53 JVH?

WL53 JVH is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.