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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 112,594 miles on the clock, averaging 5,410 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 WV53 NDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 112,594 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,410 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | WV53 NDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WV53 NDU
What car is WV53 NDU?
WV53 NDU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 NDU?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 NDU was 112,594 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 NDU passed its MOT?
WV53 NDU has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2024.
Is WV53 NDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 NDU 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 WV53 NDU?
WV53 NDU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.