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 14 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 161,647 miles on the clock, averaging 9,995 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MT53 WPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,916 |
| Average per year | 9,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | MT53 WPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 WPL
What car is MT53 WPL?
MT53 WPL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MT53 WPL?
The last recorded mileage for MT53 WPL was 161,647 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT53 WPL passed its MOT?
MT53 WPL has had 14 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (14 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2019.
Is MT53 WPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT53 WPL 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 WPL?
MT53 WPL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.