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KL53 WHX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 137,692 miles on the clock, averaging 6,445 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 KL53 WHX

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
137,692
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,445

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

Below average
Latest reading137,692 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,238
Average per year6,445
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KL53 WHX 15k45k76k107k138k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,692 miles
Since last MOT+11,238 miles
PASS
Mileage126,454 miles
Since last MOT+10,385 miles
PASS
Mileage116,069 miles
Since last MOT+9,187 miles
PASS
Mileage106,882 miles
Since last MOT+9,339 miles
PASS
Mileage97,543 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,542 miles
Since last MOT+7,326 miles
PASS
Mileage90,216 miles
Since last MOT+3,787 miles
PASS
Mileage86,429 miles
Since last MOT+5,311 miles
PASS
Mileage81,118 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,110 miles
Since last MOT+4,019 miles
PASS
Mileage77,091 miles
Since last MOT+3,954 miles
PASS
Mileage73,137 miles
Since last MOT+4,990 miles
PASS
Mileage68,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,147 miles
Since last MOT+4,791 miles
PASS
Mileage63,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,599 miles
PASS
Mileage58,757 miles
Since last MOT+4,350 miles
PASS
Mileage54,407 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,390 miles
Since last MOT+6,893 miles
PASS
Mileage47,497 miles
Since last MOT+7,070 miles
PASS
Mileage40,427 miles
Since last MOT+6,860 miles
PASS
Mileage33,567 miles
Since last MOT+6,730 miles
PASS
Mileage26,837 miles
Since last MOT+7,327 miles
PASS
Mileage19,510 miles
Since last MOT+4,943 miles
PASS
Mileage14,567 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 WHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKL — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KL53 WHX

What car is KL53 WHX?

KL53 WHX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KL53 WHX?

The last recorded mileage for KL53 WHX was 137,692 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KL53 WHX passed its MOT?

KL53 WHX has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.

Is KL53 WHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KL53 WHX 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 KL53 WHX?

KL53 WHX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.