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 Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 154,444 miles on the clock, averaging 8,638 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AM53 CDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,474 |
| Average per year | 8,638 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AM53 CDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AM — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AM53 CDU
What car is AM53 CDU?
AM53 CDU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AM53 CDU?
The last recorded mileage for AM53 CDU was 154,444 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AM53 CDU passed its MOT?
AM53 CDU has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2022.
Is AM53 CDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM53 CDU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AM53 CDU?
AM53 CDU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.