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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 135,471 miles on the clock, averaging 7,036 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 MA53 KVV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 7,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 KVV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 KVV
What car is MA53 KVV?
MA53 KVV is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 KVV?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 KVV was 135,471 miles, recorded on 27 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 KVV passed its MOT?
MA53 KVV has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2024.
Is MA53 KVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 KVV 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 KVV?
MA53 KVV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.