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 1200cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 108,122 miles on the clock, averaging 7,273 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 MV53 ETU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,122 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,942 |
| Average per year | 7,273 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | MV53 ETU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MV53 ETU
What car is MV53 ETU?
MV53 ETU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MV53 ETU?
The last recorded mileage for MV53 ETU was 108,122 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV53 ETU passed its MOT?
MV53 ETU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2017.
Is MV53 ETU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV53 ETU 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 MV53 ETU?
MV53 ETU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.