2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GX53 DVN
2004 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 174,701 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,701 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GX53 DVN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 174,701 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GX53 DVN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Polo (GX53 DVN) between November 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GX53 DVN Mileage History
- 28/11/2022157,098 mi
- 03/01/2024159,771 mi+2,673 mi
- 03/01/2024159,771 mi
- 10/01/2025161,279 mi+1,508 mi
- 15/01/2026174,701 mi+13,422 mi
Average of roughly 5,621 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Electro-Hydraulic Steering PumpSerious
The electro-hydraulic power steering pump (TRW or KOYO) or its wiring loom can fail, leading to intermittent or total loss of steering assistance.
- Timing Chain Rattle (1.2 TSI)Serious
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- Front Wishbone Bush WearModerate
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