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AF53 UZM

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 112,013 miles on the clock, averaging 7,892 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AF53 UZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,013
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,892

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading112,013 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,278
Average per year7,892
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF53 UZM 28k49k70k91k112k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,013 miles
Since last MOT+12,278 miles
PASS
Mileage99,735 miles
Since last MOT+19,556 miles
PASS
Mileage80,179 miles
Since last MOT+16,403 miles
PASS
Mileage63,776 miles
Since last MOT+15,439 miles
PASS
Mileage48,337 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,336 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage48,328 miles
Since last MOT+3,635 miles
PASS
Mileage44,693 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,693 miles
Since last MOT+3,018 miles
PASS
Mileage41,675 miles
Since last MOT+2,600 miles
PASS
Mileage39,075 miles
Since last MOT+3,757 miles
PASS
Mileage35,318 miles
Since last MOT+7,708 miles
PASS
Mileage27,610 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 UZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AF53 UZM

What car is AF53 UZM?

AF53 UZM is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AF53 UZM?

The last recorded mileage for AF53 UZM was 112,013 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF53 UZM passed its MOT?

AF53 UZM has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2017.

Is AF53 UZM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF53 UZM 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 UZM?

AF53 UZM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.