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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 12 (56% pass rate). It has 91,908 miles on the clock, averaging 4,367 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 GP53 RGZ
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 | 91,908 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | GP53 RGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GP53 RGZ
What car is GP53 RGZ?
GP53 RGZ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP53 RGZ?
The last recorded mileage for GP53 RGZ was 91,908 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP53 RGZ passed its MOT?
GP53 RGZ has had 27 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (15 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2023.
Is GP53 RGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP53 RGZ 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 GP53 RGZ?
GP53 RGZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.