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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 146,949 miles on the clock, averaging 15,602 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 RL53 MKJ
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,884 |
| Average per year | 15,602 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RL53 MKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RL53 MKJ
What car is RL53 MKJ?
RL53 MKJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 MKJ?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 MKJ was 146,949 miles, recorded on 12 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 MKJ passed its MOT?
RL53 MKJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2014.
Is RL53 MKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 MKJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL53 MKJ?
RL53 MKJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.