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KN53 PZW

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 99,465 miles on the clock, averaging 4,886 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for KN53 PZW

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,465
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
4,886

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

Low mileage
Latest reading99,465 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,886
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN53 PZW 12k34k56k78k99k '06'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,465 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,463 miles
Since last MOT+15,243 miles
PASS
Mileage84,220 miles
Since last MOT+2,574 miles
PASS
Mileage81,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,646 miles
Since last MOT+1,846 miles
PASS
Mileage79,800 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,799 miles
Since last MOT+9,580 miles
PASS
Mileage70,219 miles
Since last MOT+9,494 miles
PASS
Mileage60,725 miles
Since last MOT+8,591 miles
PASS
Mileage52,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,134 miles
Since last MOT+9,250 miles
PASS
Mileage42,884 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,884 miles
Since last MOT+8,659 miles
PASS
Mileage34,225 miles
Since last MOT+1,943 miles
PASS
Mileage32,282 miles
Since last MOT+2,746 miles
PASS
Mileage29,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,536 miles
Since last MOT+4,452 miles
PASS
Mileage25,084 miles
Since last MOT+1,338 miles
PASS
Mileage23,746 miles
Since last MOT+1,203 miles
PASS
Mileage22,543 miles
Since last MOT+965 miles
PASS
Mileage21,578 miles
Since last MOT+1,720 miles
PASS
Mileage19,858 miles
Since last MOT+2,224 miles
PASS
Mileage17,634 miles
Since last MOT+2,994 miles
PASS
Mileage14,640 miles
Since last MOT+2,956 miles
PASS
Mileage11,684 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 PZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KN53 PZW

What car is KN53 PZW?

KN53 PZW is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN53 PZW?

The last recorded mileage for KN53 PZW was 99,465 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN53 PZW passed its MOT?

KN53 PZW has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2024.

Is KN53 PZW ULEZ compliant?

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

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