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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 89,723 miles on the clock, averaging 4,306 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 MM53 ERZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,723 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,306 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | MM53 ERZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 ERZ
What car is MM53 ERZ?
MM53 ERZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MM53 ERZ?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 ERZ was 89,723 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 ERZ passed its MOT?
MM53 ERZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2022.
Is MM53 ERZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 ERZ 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 MM53 ERZ?
MM53 ERZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.