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 1200cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 117,584 miles on the clock, averaging 9,729 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 CV53 CXA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 117,584 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,717 |
| Average per year | 9,729 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | CV53 CXA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 CXA
What car is CV53 CXA?
CV53 CXA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 CXA?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 CXA was 117,584 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 CXA passed its MOT?
CV53 CXA has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2015.
Is CV53 CXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 CXA 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 CV53 CXA?
CV53 CXA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.