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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 73,771 miles on the clock, averaging 3,678 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 AF53 ATU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,771 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,705 |
| Average per year | 3,678 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | AF53 ATU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AF — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AF53 ATU
What car is AF53 ATU?
AF53 ATU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AF53 ATU?
The last recorded mileage for AF53 ATU was 73,771 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF53 ATU passed its MOT?
AF53 ATU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Nov 2018.
Is AF53 ATU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 ATU 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 AF53 ATU?
AF53 ATU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.