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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 165,864 miles on the clock, averaging 6,525 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 REU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,207 |
| Average per year | 6,525 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 REU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 REU
What car is AE53 REU?
AE53 REU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 REU?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 REU was 165,864 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 REU passed its MOT?
AE53 REU has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2026.
Is AE53 REU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 REU 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 REU?
AE53 REU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.