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KN53 PYA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 121,634 miles on the clock, averaging 5,451 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 PYA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
121,634
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
5,451

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,634 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,403
Average per year5,451
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN53 PYA 18k44k70k96k122k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,634 miles
Since last MOT+10,403 miles
PASS
Mileage111,231 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,228 miles
Since last MOT+7,320 miles
PASS
Mileage103,908 miles
Since last MOT+6,320 miles
PASS
Mileage97,588 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,584 miles
Since last MOT+1,090 miles
PASS
Mileage96,494 miles
Since last MOT+1,060 miles
PASS
Mileage95,434 miles
Since last MOT+1,126 miles
PASS
Mileage94,308 miles
Since last MOT+1,339 miles
PASS
Mileage92,969 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,969 miles
Since last MOT+1,542 miles
PASS
Mileage91,427 miles
Since last MOT+1,582 miles
PASS
Mileage89,845 miles
Since last MOT+1,772 miles
PASS
Mileage88,073 miles
Since last MOT+1,643 miles
PASS
Mileage86,430 miles
Since last MOT+1,377 miles
PASS
Mileage85,053 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,053 miles
Since last MOT+1,893 miles
PASS
Mileage83,160 miles
Since last MOT+7,099 miles
PASS
Mileage76,061 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,061 miles
Since last MOT+17,098 miles
PASS
Mileage58,963 miles
Since last MOT+398 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,565 miles
Since last MOT+17,427 miles
PASS
Mileage41,138 miles
Since last MOT+16,811 miles
PASS
Mileage24,327 miles
Since last MOT+6,702 miles
PASS
Mileage17,625 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 PYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KN53 PYA

What car is KN53 PYA?

KN53 PYA is a red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN53 PYA?

The last recorded mileage for KN53 PYA was 121,634 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN53 PYA passed its MOT?

KN53 PYA has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.

Is KN53 PYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 PYA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is KN53 PYA?

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