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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 87,294 miles on the clock, averaging 5,141 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 AE53 JYL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,294 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,372 |
| Average per year | 5,141 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | AE53 JYL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AE53 JYL
What car is AE53 JYL?
AE53 JYL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 JYL?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 JYL was 87,294 miles, recorded on 28 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 JYL passed its MOT?
AE53 JYL has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 May 2020.
Is AE53 JYL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 JYL 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 AE53 JYL?
AE53 JYL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.