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PJ53 MVV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 10 (68% pass rate). It has 106,555 miles on the clock, averaging 3,421 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 PJ53 MVV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
106,555
Last Mileage
Recorded
31
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 31 tests on record
3,421

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 reading106,555 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,468
Average per year3,421
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ53 MVV 39k56k73k90k107k '06'26'15

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Full MOT Test History 31 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,555 miles
Since last MOT+2,468 miles
PASS
Mileage104,087 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,087 miles
Since last MOT+2,365 miles
PASS
Mileage101,722 miles
Since last MOT+2,599 miles
PASS
Mileage99,123 miles
Since last MOT+3,249 miles
PASS
Mileage95,874 miles
Since last MOT+3,745 miles
PASS
Mileage92,129 miles
Since last MOT+1,927 miles
PASS
Mileage90,202 miles
Since last MOT+3,824 miles
PASS
Mileage86,378 miles
Since last MOT+3,406 miles
PASS
Mileage82,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,972 miles
Since last MOT+4,258 miles
PASS
Mileage78,714 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,673 miles
Since last MOT+3,752 miles
PASS
Mileage74,921 miles
Since last MOT+3,565 miles
PASS
Mileage71,356 miles
Since last MOT+99 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,661 miles
PASS
Mileage68,596 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,592 miles
Since last MOT+2,814 miles
PASS
Mileage65,778 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,778 miles
Since last MOT+3,373 miles
PASS
Mileage62,405 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,396 miles
Since last MOT+4,233 miles
PASS
Mileage58,163 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,163 miles
Since last MOT+5,440 miles
PASS
Mileage52,723 miles
Since last MOT+5,016 miles
PASS
Mileage47,707 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,707 miles
Since last MOT+3,321 miles
PASS
Mileage44,386 miles
Since last MOT+2,484 miles
PASS
Mileage41,902 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,902 miles
Since last MOT+2,908 miles
PASS
Mileage38,994 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

RegistrationPJ53 MVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PJ53 MVV

What car is PJ53 MVV?

PJ53 MVV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ53 MVV?

The last recorded mileage for PJ53 MVV was 106,555 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ53 MVV passed its MOT?

PJ53 MVV has had 31 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (21 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2026.

Is PJ53 MVV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 MVV 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 PJ53 MVV?

PJ53 MVV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.