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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 156,328 miles on the clock, averaging 6,282 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 AJ53 BWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,328 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 6,282 |
| 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 | AJ53 BWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AJ53 BWU
What car is AJ53 BWU?
AJ53 BWU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AJ53 BWU?
The last recorded mileage for AJ53 BWU was 156,328 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ53 BWU passed its MOT?
AJ53 BWU has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2025.
Is AJ53 BWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ53 BWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AJ53 BWU?
AJ53 BWU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.