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GU53 NXW

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 91,213 miles on the clock, averaging 3,813 miles per year, well below 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 GU53 NXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,213
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,813

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading91,213 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,283
Average per year3,813
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU53 NXW 19k37k55k73k91k '06'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,213 miles
Since last MOT+2,283 miles
PASS
Mileage88,930 miles
Since last MOT+5,741 miles
PASS
Mileage83,189 miles
Since last MOT+1,596 miles
PASS
Mileage81,593 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,575 miles
Since last MOT+1,973 miles
PASS
Mileage79,602 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,594 miles
Since last MOT+2,922 miles
PASS
Mileage76,672 miles
Since last MOT+4,054 miles
PASS
Mileage72,618 miles
Since last MOT+4,157 miles
PASS
Mileage68,461 miles
Since last MOT+4,076 miles
PASS
Mileage64,385 miles
Since last MOT+2,823 miles
PASS
Mileage61,562 miles
Since last MOT+3,672 miles
PASS
Mileage57,890 miles
Since last MOT+3,773 miles
PASS
Mileage54,117 miles
Since last MOT+2,665 miles
PASS
Mileage51,452 miles
Since last MOT+2,443 miles
PASS
Mileage49,009 miles
Since last MOT+3,351 miles
PASS
Mileage45,658 miles
Since last MOT+3,653 miles
PASS
Mileage42,005 miles
Since last MOT+5,409 miles
PASS
Mileage36,596 miles
Since last MOT+4,512 miles
PASS
Mileage32,084 miles
Since last MOT+6,945 miles
PASS
Mileage25,139 miles
Since last MOT+6,372 miles
PASS
Mileage18,767 miles

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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

RegistrationGU53 NXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About GU53 NXW

What car is GU53 NXW?

GU53 NXW is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU53 NXW?

The last recorded mileage for GU53 NXW was 91,213 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU53 NXW passed its MOT?

GU53 NXW has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2025.

Is GU53 NXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 NXW 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 GU53 NXW?

GU53 NXW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.