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AX53 CVJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 83,835 miles on the clock, averaging 3,762 miles per year, well 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 AX53 CVJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
83,835
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
3,762

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading83,835 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,762
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX53 CVJ 12k30k48k66k84k '06'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,835 miles
Since last MOT+10,580 miles
PASS
Mileage73,255 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,255 miles
Since last MOT+6,495 miles
PASS
Mileage66,760 miles
Since last MOT+2,812 miles
PASS
Mileage63,948 miles
Since last MOT+1,086 miles
PASS
Mileage62,862 miles
Since last MOT+2,383 miles
PASS
Mileage60,479 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,470 miles
Since last MOT+1,197 miles
PASS
Mileage59,273 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,270 miles
Since last MOT+1,429 miles
PASS
Mileage57,841 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,841 miles
Since last MOT+3,350 miles
PASS
Mileage54,491 miles
Since last MOT+3,747 miles
PASS
Mileage50,744 miles
Since last MOT+5,005 miles
PASS
Mileage45,739 miles
Since last MOT+3,508 miles
PASS
Mileage42,231 miles
Since last MOT+3,903 miles
PASS
Mileage38,328 miles
Since last MOT+3,979 miles
PASS
Mileage34,349 miles
Since last MOT+3,898 miles
PASS
Mileage30,451 miles
Since last MOT+3,382 miles
PASS
Mileage27,069 miles
Since last MOT+4,441 miles
PASS
Mileage22,628 miles
Since last MOT+4,241 miles
PASS
Mileage18,387 miles
Since last MOT+3,296 miles
PASS
Mileage15,091 miles
Since last MOT+2,725 miles
PASS
Mileage12,366 miles

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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

RegistrationAX53 CVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AX53 CVJ

What car is AX53 CVJ?

AX53 CVJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AX53 CVJ?

The last recorded mileage for AX53 CVJ was 83,835 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX53 CVJ passed its MOT?

AX53 CVJ has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.

Is AX53 CVJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 CVJ 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 AX53 CVJ?

AX53 CVJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.