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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 83,947 miles on the clock, averaging 3,714 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 PE53 LSK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 LSK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LSK
What car is PE53 LSK?
PE53 LSK is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 LSK?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 LSK was 83,947 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 LSK passed its MOT?
PE53 LSK has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2021.
Is PE53 LSK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 LSK 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 LSK?
PE53 LSK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.