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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 75,341 miles on the clock, averaging 3,492 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 VBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 VBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VBZ
What car is CV53 VBZ?
CV53 VBZ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 VBZ?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 VBZ was 75,341 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 VBZ passed its MOT?
CV53 VBZ has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2024.
Is CV53 VBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 VBZ 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 VBZ?
CV53 VBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.