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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 120,524 miles on the clock, averaging 4,871 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 CP53 UHO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 120,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,254 |
| Average per year | 4,871 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | CP53 UHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CP53 UHO
What car is CP53 UHO?
CP53 UHO is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CP53 UHO?
The last recorded mileage for CP53 UHO was 120,524 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP53 UHO passed its MOT?
CP53 UHO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2018.
Is CP53 UHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP53 UHO 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 CP53 UHO?
CP53 UHO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.