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 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 177,229 miles on the clock, averaging 11,345 miles per year, above 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 RF53 BTZ
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
Above average| Latest reading | 177,229 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22 |
| Average per year | 11,345 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF53 BTZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 BTZ
What car is RF53 BTZ?
RF53 BTZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 BTZ?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 BTZ was 177,229 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 BTZ passed its MOT?
RF53 BTZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2021.
Is RF53 BTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 BTZ 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 RF53 BTZ?
RF53 BTZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.