Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 92,717 miles on the clock, averaging 6,015 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 JYW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,529 |
| Average per year | 6,015 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 JYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 JYW
What car is AE53 JYW?
AE53 JYW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 JYW?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 JYW was 92,717 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 JYW passed its MOT?
AE53 JYW has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2016.
Is AE53 JYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 JYW 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 JYW?
AE53 JYW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.