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EO53 VKZ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1400cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 149,633 miles on the clock, averaging 15,130 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for EO53 VKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,633
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
15,130

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,633 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,532
Average per year15,130
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO53 VKZ 34k63k92k121k150k '06'14'10

Check EO53 VKZ

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,633 miles
Since last MOT+7,532 miles
PASS
Mileage142,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,101 miles
Since last MOT+6,597 miles
PASS
Mileage135,504 miles
Since last MOT+6,158 miles
PASS
Mileage129,346 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,345 miles
Since last MOT+47,628 miles
PASS
Mileage81,717 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,717 miles
Since last MOT+12,091 miles
PASS
Mileage69,626 miles
Since last MOT+16,525 miles
PASS
Mileage53,101 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,101 miles
Since last MOT+18,970 miles
PASS
Mileage34,131 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 VKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 VKZ

What car is EO53 VKZ?

EO53 VKZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO53 VKZ?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 VKZ was 149,633 miles, recorded on 2 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 VKZ passed its MOT?

EO53 VKZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2014.

Is EO53 VKZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 VKZ 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 EO53 VKZ?

EO53 VKZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.