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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 80,969 miles on the clock, averaging 3,167 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 ET53 GLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,969 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,574 |
| Average per year | 3,167 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | ET53 GLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 GLJ
What car is ET53 GLJ?
ET53 GLJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of ET53 GLJ?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 GLJ was 80,969 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 GLJ passed its MOT?
ET53 GLJ has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2026.
Is ET53 GLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 GLJ 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 ET53 GLJ?
ET53 GLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.