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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 135,738 miles on the clock, averaging 9,430 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BN53 MVL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,364 |
| Average per year | 9,430 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BN53 MVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 MVL
What car is BN53 MVL?
BN53 MVL is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 MVL?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 MVL was 135,738 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 MVL passed its MOT?
BN53 MVL has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2018.
Is BN53 MVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 MVL 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 BN53 MVL?
BN53 MVL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.