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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 58,249 miles on the clock, averaging 4,143 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 EO53 VNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,577 |
| Average per year | 4,143 |
| 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 | EO53 VNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EO53 VNU
What car is EO53 VNU?
EO53 VNU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO53 VNU?
The last recorded mileage for EO53 VNU was 58,249 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO53 VNU passed its MOT?
EO53 VNU has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2016.
Is EO53 VNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 VNU 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 VNU?
EO53 VNU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.