Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 95,186 miles on the clock, averaging 7,890 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 YCO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 95,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 7,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | KX53 YCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KX53 YCO
What car is KX53 YCO?
KX53 YCO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KX53 YCO?
The last recorded mileage for KX53 YCO was 95,186 miles, recorded on 26 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX53 YCO passed its MOT?
KX53 YCO has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2016.
Is KX53 YCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX53 YCO 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 KX53 YCO?
KX53 YCO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.