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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 120,725 miles on the clock, averaging 8,009 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PK53 PKF
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
About average| Latest reading | 120,725 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28 |
| Average per year | 8,009 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | PK53 PKF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PK — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PK53 PKF
What car is PK53 PKF?
PK53 PKF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PK53 PKF?
The last recorded mileage for PK53 PKF was 120,725 miles, recorded on 2 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PK53 PKF passed its MOT?
PK53 PKF has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 2 Oct 2020.
Is PK53 PKF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK53 PKF 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 PK53 PKF?
PK53 PKF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.