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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 118,531 miles on the clock, averaging 13,169 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RG53 GCZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,912 |
| Average per year | 13,169 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | RG53 GCZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RG — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RG53 GCZ
What car is RG53 GCZ?
RG53 GCZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RG53 GCZ?
The last recorded mileage for RG53 GCZ was 118,531 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RG53 GCZ passed its MOT?
RG53 GCZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2013.
Is RG53 GCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG53 GCZ 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 RG53 GCZ?
RG53 GCZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.