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 2009 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 71,696 miles on the clock, averaging 4,200 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 MB53 XOX
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,200 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | MB53 XOX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MB — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MB53 XOX
What car is MB53 XOX?
MB53 XOX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2009.
What is the mileage of MB53 XOX?
The last recorded mileage for MB53 XOX was 71,696 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MB53 XOX passed its MOT?
MB53 XOX has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2026.
Is MB53 XOX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MB53 XOX is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is MB53 XOX?
MB53 XOX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.