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 Petrol 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 10 (47% pass rate). It has 172,470 miles on the clock, averaging 9,347 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 PE53 EXD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,470 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,185 |
| Average per year | 9,347 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | PE53 EXD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 EXD
What car is PE53 EXD?
PE53 EXD is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 EXD?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 EXD was 172,470 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 EXD passed its MOT?
PE53 EXD has had 19 MOT tests with a 47% pass rate (9 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 25 Sep 2018.
Is PE53 EXD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 EXD 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 PE53 EXD?
PE53 EXD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.