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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 61,791 miles on the clock, averaging 7,861 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for NH53 BLZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 61,791 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,970 |
| Average per year | 7,861 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | NH53 BLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NH — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NH53 BLZ
What car is NH53 BLZ?
NH53 BLZ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NH53 BLZ?
The last recorded mileage for NH53 BLZ was 61,791 miles, recorded on 29 Dec 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NH53 BLZ passed its MOT?
NH53 BLZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Dec 2011.
Is NH53 BLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NH53 BLZ 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 NH53 BLZ?
NH53 BLZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.