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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 119,694 miles on the clock, averaging 6,268 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 YYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,694 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 YYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 YYA
What car is MM53 YYA?
MM53 YYA is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MM53 YYA?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 YYA was 119,694 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 YYA passed its MOT?
MM53 YYA has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2023.
Is MM53 YYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 YYA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 YYA?
MM53 YYA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.