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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 54,020 miles on the clock, averaging 2,586 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 NV53 SGZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 2,586 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | NV53 SGZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NV — Stockton, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NV53 SGZ
What car is NV53 SGZ?
NV53 SGZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.
What is the mileage of NV53 SGZ?
The last recorded mileage for NV53 SGZ was 54,020 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NV53 SGZ passed its MOT?
NV53 SGZ has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2022.
Is NV53 SGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV53 SGZ 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 NV53 SGZ?
NV53 SGZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.