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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 4 (84% pass rate). It has 78,252 miles on the clock, averaging 2,464 miles per year, well 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 WL53 MFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,252 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,491 |
| Average per year | 2,464 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | WL53 MFJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WL53 MFJ
What car is WL53 MFJ?
WL53 MFJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Truro in 2004.
What is the mileage of WL53 MFJ?
The last recorded mileage for WL53 MFJ was 78,252 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL53 MFJ passed its MOT?
WL53 MFJ has had 25 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (21 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is WL53 MFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 MFJ 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 MFJ?
WL53 MFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.