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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 120,060 miles on the clock, averaging 4,967 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 CV53 PYF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 120,060 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,967 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 PYF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 PYF
What car is CV53 PYF?
CV53 PYF is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 PYF?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 PYF was 120,060 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 PYF passed its MOT?
CV53 PYF has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2025.
Is CV53 PYF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 PYF 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 PYF?
CV53 PYF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.