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 Diesel 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 143,717 miles on the clock, averaging 7,626 miles per year, around 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 NMJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,826 |
| Average per year | 7,626 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 NMJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AE53 NMJ
What car is AE53 NMJ?
AE53 NMJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 NMJ?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 NMJ was 143,717 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 NMJ passed its MOT?
AE53 NMJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 11 Jun 2021.
Is AE53 NMJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 NMJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE53 NMJ?
AE53 NMJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.