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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 152,154 miles on the clock, averaging 10,650 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 CE53 WMG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,154 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,009 |
| Average per year | 10,650 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | CE53 WMG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 WMG
What car is CE53 WMG?
CE53 WMG is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 WMG?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 WMG was 152,154 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 WMG passed its MOT?
CE53 WMG has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2017.
Is CE53 WMG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 WMG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CE53 WMG?
CE53 WMG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.