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 1390cc has had 34 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 13 (62% pass rate). It has 178,285 miles on the clock, averaging 8,424 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 AJ53 SZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 178,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 34 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AJ53 SZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AJ53 SZV
What car is AJ53 SZV?
AJ53 SZV is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AJ53 SZV?
The last recorded mileage for AJ53 SZV was 178,285 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ53 SZV passed its MOT?
AJ53 SZV has had 34 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (21 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2025.
Is AJ53 SZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ53 SZV 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 SZV?
AJ53 SZV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.