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 1422cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 157,299 miles on the clock, averaging 13,118 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MT53 DFP
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,299 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 13,118 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT53 DFP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MT53 DFP
What car is MT53 DFP?
MT53 DFP is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT53 DFP?
The last recorded mileage for MT53 DFP was 157,299 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT53 DFP passed its MOT?
MT53 DFP has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2014.
Is MT53 DFP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT53 DFP 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 MT53 DFP?
MT53 DFP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.