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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 135,418 miles on the clock, averaging 9,715 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 NL53 AFV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 135,418 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,996 |
| Average per year | 9,715 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | NL53 AFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 AFV
What car is NL53 AFV?
NL53 AFV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 AFV?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 AFV was 135,418 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 AFV passed its MOT?
NL53 AFV has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2017.
Is NL53 AFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 AFV 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 NL53 AFV?
NL53 AFV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.