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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 104,279 miles on the clock, averaging 5,201 miles per year, 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 GU53 PVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,279 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,208 |
| Average per year | 5,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | GU53 PVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 PVP
What car is GU53 PVP?
GU53 PVP is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 PVP?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 PVP was 104,279 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 PVP passed its MOT?
GU53 PVP has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2024.
Is GU53 PVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 PVP 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 PVP?
GU53 PVP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.