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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 163,633 miles on the clock, averaging 13,507 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 UZT
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,633 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 13,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 UZT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 UZT
What car is BN53 UZT?
BN53 UZT is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 UZT?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 UZT was 163,633 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 UZT passed its MOT?
BN53 UZT has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2016.
Is BN53 UZT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 UZT 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 UZT?
BN53 UZT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.