Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 172,056 miles on the clock, averaging 9,842 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 OEK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,056 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,892 |
| Average per year | 9,842 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 OEK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 OEK
What car is OU53 OEK?
OU53 OEK is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 OEK?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 OEK was 172,056 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 OEK passed its MOT?
OU53 OEK has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2020.
Is OU53 OEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 OEK 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 OEK?
OU53 OEK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.