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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 105,460 miles on the clock, averaging 5,615 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 KW53 WKC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,460 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 5,615 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | KW53 WKC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KW — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KW53 WKC
What car is KW53 WKC?
KW53 WKC is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2004.
What is the mileage of KW53 WKC?
The last recorded mileage for KW53 WKC was 105,460 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KW53 WKC passed its MOT?
KW53 WKC has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2023.
Is KW53 WKC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KW53 WKC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KW53 WKC?
KW53 WKC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.