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 2005 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 174,613 miles on the clock, averaging 7,194 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 LA53 KOR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 174,613 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,194 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | LA53 KOR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 KOR
What car is LA53 KOR?
LA53 KOR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.
What is the mileage of LA53 KOR?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 KOR was 174,613 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 KOR passed its MOT?
LA53 KOR has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2025.
Is LA53 KOR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 KOR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LA53 KOR?
LA53 KOR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.