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BV53 KJY

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1200cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1200cc
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 1200cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 114,950 miles on the clock, averaging 7,053 miles per year, 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 BV53 KJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,950
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,053

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,950 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year7,053
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BV53 KJY 30k51k73k94k115k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,950 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,946 miles
Since last MOT+2,709 miles
PASS
Mileage112,237 miles
Since last MOT+7,805 miles
PASS
Mileage104,432 miles
Since last MOT+11,638 miles
PASS
Mileage92,794 miles
Since last MOT+11,478 miles
PASS
Mileage81,316 miles
Since last MOT+8,035 miles
PASS
Mileage73,281 miles
Since last MOT+5,628 miles
PASS
Mileage67,653 miles
Since last MOT+7,979 miles
PASS
Mileage59,674 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,674 miles
Since last MOT+6,447 miles
PASS
Mileage53,227 miles
Since last MOT+4,675 miles
PASS
Mileage48,552 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,552 miles
Since last MOT+4,301 miles
PASS
Mileage44,251 miles
Since last MOT+5,300 miles
PASS
Mileage38,951 miles
Since last MOT+8,770 miles
PASS
Mileage30,181 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 KJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1200cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeBV — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About BV53 KJY

What car is BV53 KJY?

BV53 KJY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of BV53 KJY?

The last recorded mileage for BV53 KJY was 114,950 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BV53 KJY passed its MOT?

BV53 KJY has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2018.

Is BV53 KJY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 KJY 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 BV53 KJY?

BV53 KJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.