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OY53 EDL

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 49,422 miles on the clock, averaging 2,606 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for OY53 EDL

MOT Status
Due date passed
49,422
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
2,606

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading49,422 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year2,606
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY53 EDL 5k16k27k38k49k '06'23'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,422 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,419 miles
Since last MOT+4,931 miles
PASS
Mileage44,488 miles
Since last MOT+9,538 miles
PASS
Mileage34,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,950 miles
Since last MOT+12,691 miles
PASS
Mileage22,259 miles
Since last MOT+9,298 miles
PASS
Mileage12,961 miles
Since last MOT+443 miles
PASS
Mileage12,518 miles
Since last MOT+1,176 miles
PASS
Mileage11,342 miles
Since last MOT+175 miles
PASS
Mileage11,167 miles
Since last MOT+431 miles
PASS
Mileage10,736 miles
Since last MOT+696 miles
PASS
Mileage10,040 miles
Since last MOT+987 miles
PASS
Mileage9,053 miles
Since last MOT+1,222 miles
PASS
Mileage7,831 miles
Since last MOT+1,395 miles
PASS
Mileage6,436 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage6,436 miles
Since last MOT+1,469 miles
PASS
Mileage4,967 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 EDL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About OY53 EDL

What car is OY53 EDL?

OY53 EDL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OY53 EDL?

The last recorded mileage for OY53 EDL was 49,422 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY53 EDL passed its MOT?

OY53 EDL has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Nov 2023.

Is OY53 EDL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 EDL 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 OY53 EDL?

OY53 EDL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.