Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 169,738 miles on the clock, averaging 11,797 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 OU53 OEJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 169,738 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,861 |
| Average per year | 11,797 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OU53 OEJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OU53 OEJ
What car is OU53 OEJ?
OU53 OEJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 OEJ?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 OEJ was 169,738 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 OEJ passed its MOT?
OU53 OEJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 5 Oct 2018.
Is OU53 OEJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 OEJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OU53 OEJ?
OU53 OEJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.