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 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 102,807 miles on the clock, averaging 5,056 miles per year, 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 JHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,807 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,062 |
| Average per year | 5,056 |
| 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 JHL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 JHL
What car is MM53 JHL?
MM53 JHL is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MM53 JHL?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 JHL was 102,807 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 JHL passed its MOT?
MM53 JHL has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 21 Feb 2025.
Is MM53 JHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 JHL 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 JHL?
MM53 JHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.