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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 51,742 miles on the clock, averaging 3,441 miles per year, well 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 MA53 KPT
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,742 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,441 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MA53 KPT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 KPT
What car is MA53 KPT?
MA53 KPT is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 KPT?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 KPT was 51,742 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 KPT passed its MOT?
MA53 KPT has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2017.
Is MA53 KPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 KPT 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 MA53 KPT?
MA53 KPT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.