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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 117,167 miles on the clock, averaging 5,822 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 KC53 VEP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,167 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 5,822 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 VEP |
| 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 VEP
What car is KC53 VEP?
KC53 VEP is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KC53 VEP?
The last recorded mileage for KC53 VEP was 117,167 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC53 VEP passed its MOT?
KC53 VEP has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2024.
Is KC53 VEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC53 VEP 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 VEP?
KC53 VEP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.