Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 127,478 miles on the clock, averaging 7,578 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 PX53 VHW
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 127,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,671 |
| Average per year | 7,578 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PX53 VHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PX — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PX53 VHW
What car is PX53 VHW?
PX53 VHW is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PX53 VHW?
The last recorded mileage for PX53 VHW was 127,478 miles, recorded on 10 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PX53 VHW passed its MOT?
PX53 VHW has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 10 Jul 2019.
Is PX53 VHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX53 VHW 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 PX53 VHW?
PX53 VHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.