Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 93,508 miles on the clock, averaging 4,470 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 OY53 OHG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,508 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 4,470 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | OY53 OHG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OY53 OHG
What car is OY53 OHG?
OY53 OHG is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY53 OHG?
The last recorded mileage for OY53 OHG was 93,508 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY53 OHG passed its MOT?
OY53 OHG has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2024.
Is OY53 OHG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 OHG 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 OHG?
OY53 OHG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.