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 1200cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 156,384 miles on the clock, averaging 10,174 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 WL53 MGV
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
Above average| Latest reading | 156,384 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,107 |
| Average per year | 10,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 MGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| 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 MGV
What car is WL53 MGV?
WL53 MGV is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Truro in 2004.
What is the mileage of WL53 MGV?
The last recorded mileage for WL53 MGV was 156,384 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL53 MGV passed its MOT?
WL53 MGV has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 7 Oct 2019.
Is WL53 MGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 MGV 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 MGV?
WL53 MGV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.