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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 13 (55% pass rate). It has 202,856 miles on the clock, averaging 8,787 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for ML53 GXT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 202,856 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,787 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | ML53 GXT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ML53 GXT
What car is ML53 GXT?
ML53 GXT is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 GXT?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 GXT was 202,856 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 GXT passed its MOT?
ML53 GXT has had 29 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (16 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2024.
Is ML53 GXT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 GXT 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 ML53 GXT?
ML53 GXT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.