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 1198cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 60,317 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AM53 CLY
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 60,317 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -19,057 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 CLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AM — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AM53 CLY
What car is AM53 CLY?
AM53 CLY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AM53 CLY?
The last recorded mileage for AM53 CLY was 60,317 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AM53 CLY passed its MOT?
AM53 CLY has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Sep 2009.
Is AM53 CLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AM53 CLY 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 AM53 CLY?
AM53 CLY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.