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 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 51,401 miles on the clock, averaging 3,683 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 SHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,401 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 62 |
| Average per year | 3,683 |
| 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 | GP53 SHZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 SHZ
What car is GP53 SHZ?
GP53 SHZ is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP53 SHZ?
The last recorded mileage for GP53 SHZ was 51,401 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP53 SHZ passed its MOT?
GP53 SHZ has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 15 Mar 2017.
Is GP53 SHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP53 SHZ 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 SHZ?
GP53 SHZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.