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 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 89,928 miles on the clock, averaging 8,876 miles per year, around 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 GK53 RMY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 89,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 8,876 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GK53 RMY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GK53 RMY
What car is GK53 RMY?
GK53 RMY is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK53 RMY?
The last recorded mileage for GK53 RMY was 89,928 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK53 RMY passed its MOT?
GK53 RMY has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2015.
Is GK53 RMY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK53 RMY 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 GK53 RMY?
GK53 RMY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.