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 Diesel 1422cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 134,371 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LO53 PYZ
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 134,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 52 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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:
1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure
The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].
2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure
Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LO53 PYZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LO — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LO53 PYZ
What car is LO53 PYZ?
LO53 PYZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2004.
What is the mileage of LO53 PYZ?
The last recorded mileage for LO53 PYZ was 134,371 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LO53 PYZ passed its MOT?
LO53 PYZ has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Jan 2017.
Is LO53 PYZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LO53 PYZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LO53 PYZ?
LO53 PYZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.