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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 125,445 miles on the clock, averaging 5,059 miles per year, below 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 AK53 EKR
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 | 125,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,059 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AK53 EKR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 EKR
What car is AK53 EKR?
AK53 EKR is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 EKR?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 EKR was 125,445 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 EKR passed its MOT?
AK53 EKR has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2024.
Is AK53 EKR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 EKR 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 AK53 EKR?
AK53 EKR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.