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NG53 PFU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 38,312 miles on the clock, averaging 3,190 miles per year, well 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 NG53 PFU

MOT Status
Due date passed
38,312
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
3,190

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading38,312 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,190
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NG53 PFU 13k19k26k32k38k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage38,312 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,312 miles
Since last MOT+4,115 miles
PASS
Mileage34,197 miles
Since last MOT+2,082 miles
PASS
Mileage32,115 miles
Since last MOT+2,714 miles
PASS
Mileage29,401 miles
Since last MOT+3,202 miles
PASS
Mileage26,199 miles
Since last MOT+2,790 miles
PASS
Mileage23,409 miles
Since last MOT+2,693 miles
PASS
Mileage20,716 miles
Since last MOT+3,614 miles
PASS
Mileage17,102 miles
Since last MOT+4,158 miles
PASS
Mileage12,944 miles

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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

RegistrationNG53 PFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNG — Newcastle, North
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About NG53 PFU

What car is NG53 PFU?

NG53 PFU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NG53 PFU?

The last recorded mileage for NG53 PFU was 38,312 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NG53 PFU passed its MOT?

NG53 PFU has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Nov 2014.

Is NG53 PFU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG53 PFU 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 NG53 PFU?

NG53 PFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.