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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 105,981 miles on the clock, averaging 4,000 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 TLO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 105,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,572 |
| Average per year | 4,000 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 TLO |
| 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 TLO
What car is AF53 TLO?
AF53 TLO is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AF53 TLO?
The last recorded mileage for AF53 TLO was 105,981 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AF53 TLO passed its MOT?
AF53 TLO has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2026.
Is AF53 TLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 TLO 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 TLO?
AF53 TLO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.