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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 56,346 miles on the clock, averaging 3,645 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RJ53 JCU
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,346 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 3,645 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RJ53 JCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 JCU
What car is RJ53 JCU?
RJ53 JCU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 JCU?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 JCU was 56,346 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 JCU passed its MOT?
RJ53 JCU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2019.
Is RJ53 JCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 JCU 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 RJ53 JCU?
RJ53 JCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.