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PF53 BZN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 103,446 miles on the clock, averaging 3,582 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 PF53 BZN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
103,446
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
95%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,582

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading103,446 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year3,582
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF53 BZN 35k52k69k86k103k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,446 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,444 miles
Since last MOT+4,708 miles
PASS
Mileage98,736 miles
Since last MOT+6,170 miles
PASS
Mileage92,566 miles
Since last MOT+1,718 miles
PASS
Mileage90,848 miles
Since last MOT+310 miles
PASS
Mileage90,538 miles
Since last MOT+267 miles
PASS
Mileage90,271 miles
Since last MOT+283 miles
PASS
Mileage89,988 miles
Since last MOT+360 miles
PASS
Mileage89,628 miles
Since last MOT+510 miles
PASS
Mileage89,118 miles
Since last MOT+353 miles
PASS
Mileage88,765 miles
Since last MOT+4,613 miles
PASS
Mileage84,152 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage79,261 miles
Since last MOT+4,674 miles
PASS
Mileage74,587 miles
Since last MOT+5,393 miles
PASS
Mileage69,194 miles
Since last MOT+6,604 miles
PASS
Mileage62,590 miles
Since last MOT+5,024 miles
PASS
Mileage57,566 miles
Since last MOT+5,496 miles
PASS
Mileage52,070 miles
Since last MOT+6,504 miles
PASS
Mileage45,566 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage39,981 miles
Since last MOT+5,127 miles
PASS
Mileage34,854 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 BZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PF53 BZN

What car is PF53 BZN?

PF53 BZN is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PF53 BZN?

The last recorded mileage for PF53 BZN was 103,446 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF53 BZN passed its MOT?

PF53 BZN has had 21 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (20 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.

Is PF53 BZN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 BZN 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 PF53 BZN?

PF53 BZN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.