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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 60,061 miles on the clock, averaging 2,748 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 YN53 DLD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,061 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,748 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | YN53 DLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YN — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YN53 DLD
What car is YN53 DLD?
YN53 DLD is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2004.
What is the mileage of YN53 DLD?
The last recorded mileage for YN53 DLD was 60,061 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YN53 DLD passed its MOT?
YN53 DLD has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2025.
Is YN53 DLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YN53 DLD 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 YN53 DLD?
YN53 DLD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.