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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 81,520 miles on the clock, averaging 3,998 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 UPN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,520 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,998 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BG53 UPN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 UPN
What car is BG53 UPN?
BG53 UPN is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 UPN?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 UPN was 81,520 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 UPN passed its MOT?
BG53 UPN has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2021.
Is BG53 UPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 UPN 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 BG53 UPN?
BG53 UPN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.