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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 97,499 miles on the clock, averaging 7,136 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MJ53 HNU
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,136 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MJ53 HNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MJ — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MJ53 HNU
What car is MJ53 HNU?
MJ53 HNU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 HNU?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 HNU was 97,499 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 HNU passed its MOT?
MJ53 HNU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2015.
Is MJ53 HNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 HNU 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 MJ53 HNU?
MJ53 HNU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.