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 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 93,934 miles on the clock, averaging 3,042 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 MJ53 MJU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,934 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,042 |
| 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 | MJ53 MJU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 MJU
What car is MJ53 MJU?
MJ53 MJU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MJ53 MJU?
The last recorded mileage for MJ53 MJU was 93,934 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MJ53 MJU passed its MOT?
MJ53 MJU has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2026.
Is MJ53 MJU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MJ53 MJU 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 MJU?
MJ53 MJU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.