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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 61,371 miles on the clock, averaging 2,026 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 EY53 POV
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 | 61,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | EY53 POV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EY53 POV
What car is EY53 POV?
EY53 POV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EY53 POV?
The last recorded mileage for EY53 POV was 61,371 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY53 POV passed its MOT?
EY53 POV has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2024.
Is EY53 POV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY53 POV 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 EY53 POV?
EY53 POV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.