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 Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 115,778 miles on the clock, averaging 4,602 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 OU53 OGD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 115,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 77 |
| Average per year | 4,602 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 OGD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| 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 OGD
What car is OU53 OGD?
OU53 OGD is an purple Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 OGD?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 OGD was 115,778 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 OGD passed its MOT?
OU53 OGD has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2026.
Is OU53 OGD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 OGD 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 OGD?
OU53 OGD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.