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KX53 VVK

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 149,586 miles on the clock, averaging 9,000 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for KX53 VVK

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,586
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
9,000

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading149,586 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year9,000
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KX53 VVK 21k53k85k117k150k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,586 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,584 miles
Since last MOT+16,475 miles
PASS
Mileage133,109 miles
Since last MOT+8,752 miles
PASS
Mileage124,357 miles
Since last MOT+37,414 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,943 miles
PASS
Mileage120,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,950 miles
Since last MOT+7,091 miles
PASS
Mileage113,859 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,859 miles
Since last MOT+6,376 miles
PASS
Mileage107,483 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,482 miles
Since last MOT+4,371 miles
PASS
Mileage103,111 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,111 miles
Since last MOT+9,168 miles
PASS
Mileage93,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,943 miles
Since last MOT+6,322 miles
PASS
Mileage87,621 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,620 miles
Since last MOT+8,703 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,917 miles
Since last MOT+13,105 miles
PASS
Mileage65,812 miles
Since last MOT+9,274 miles
PASS
Mileage56,538 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,508 miles
Since last MOT+8,381 miles
PASS
Mileage48,127 miles
Since last MOT+18,560 miles
PASS
Mileage29,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,567 miles
Since last MOT+8,997 miles
PASS
Mileage20,570 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

RegistrationKX53 VVK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKX — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KX53 VVK

What car is KX53 VVK?

KX53 VVK is a silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KX53 VVK?

The last recorded mileage for KX53 VVK was 149,586 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KX53 VVK passed its MOT?

KX53 VVK has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2021.

Is KX53 VVK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX53 VVK 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 KX53 VVK?

KX53 VVK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.