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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 118,859 miles on the clock, averaging 7,994 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 AK53 VTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 118,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,994 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VTC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VTC
What car is AK53 VTC?
AK53 VTC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 VTC?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 VTC was 118,859 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 VTC passed its MOT?
AK53 VTC has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2019.
Is AK53 VTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 VTC 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 VTC?
AK53 VTC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.