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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 87,806 miles on the clock, averaging 5,061 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 GV53 AMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,061 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GV53 AMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 AMU
What car is GV53 AMU?
GV53 AMU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 AMU?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 AMU was 87,806 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 AMU passed its MOT?
GV53 AMU has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2020.
Is GV53 AMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 AMU 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 GV53 AMU?
GV53 AMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.