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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 124,176 miles on the clock, averaging 6,202 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 TKZ
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 | 124,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,694 |
| Average per year | 6,202 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 TKZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 TKZ
What car is AK53 TKZ?
AK53 TKZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 TKZ?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 TKZ was 124,176 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 TKZ passed its MOT?
AK53 TKZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 24 Feb 2023.
Is AK53 TKZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 TKZ 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 TKZ?
AK53 TKZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.