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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 130,981 miles on the clock, averaging 10,518 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KC53 VEF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,861 |
| Average per year | 10,518 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | KC53 VEF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KC53 VEF
What car is KC53 VEF?
KC53 VEF is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KC53 VEF?
The last recorded mileage for KC53 VEF was 130,981 miles, recorded on 20 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC53 VEF passed its MOT?
KC53 VEF has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2016.
Is KC53 VEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC53 VEF 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 KC53 VEF?
KC53 VEF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.