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AE53 YWK

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Grey Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 73,385 miles on the clock, averaging 4,276 miles per year, well 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 YWK

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,385
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
4,276

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,385 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,137
Average per year4,276
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AE53 YWK 21k34k47k60k73k '06'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,385 miles
Since last MOT+9,137 miles
PASS
Mileage64,248 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,248 miles
Since last MOT+6,131 miles
PASS
Mileage58,117 miles
Since last MOT+713 miles
PASS
Mileage57,404 miles
Since last MOT+3,139 miles
PASS
Mileage54,265 miles
Since last MOT+2,311 miles
PASS
Mileage51,954 miles
Since last MOT+2,655 miles
PASS
Mileage49,299 miles
Since last MOT+2,724 miles
PASS
Mileage46,575 miles
Since last MOT+2,943 miles
PASS
Mileage43,632 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,610 miles
Since last MOT+4,223 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,387 miles
Since last MOT+3,628 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,759 miles
Since last MOT+4,454 miles
PASS
Mileage31,305 miles
Since last MOT+5,174 miles
PASS
Mileage26,131 miles
Since last MOT+5,070 miles
PASS
Mileage21,061 miles

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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

RegistrationAE53 YWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAE — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AE53 YWK

What car is AE53 YWK?

AE53 YWK is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AE53 YWK?

The last recorded mileage for AE53 YWK was 73,385 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AE53 YWK passed its MOT?

AE53 YWK has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2019.

Is AE53 YWK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 YWK 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 YWK?

AE53 YWK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.