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KN53 OWR

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 20,543 miles on the clock, averaging 6,595 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 KN53 OWR

MOT Status
Due date passed
20,543
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
6,595

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading20,543 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,464
Average per year6,595
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KN53 OWR 14k16k17k19k21k '06'07

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

PASS
Mileage20,543 miles
Since last MOT+6,464 miles
PASS
Mileage14,079 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

RegistrationKN53 OWR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KN53 OWR

What car is KN53 OWR?

KN53 OWR is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN53 OWR?

The last recorded mileage for KN53 OWR was 20,543 miles, recorded on 11 Sep 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN53 OWR passed its MOT?

KN53 OWR has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Sep 2007.

Is KN53 OWR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 OWR 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 KN53 OWR?

KN53 OWR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.