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 1200cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 12 (63% pass rate). It has 251,851 miles on the clock, averaging 12,500 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 RN53 ETT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 251,851 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 163 |
| Average per year | 12,500 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | RN53 ETT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RN53 ETT
What car is RN53 ETT?
RN53 ETT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RN53 ETT?
The last recorded mileage for RN53 ETT was 251,851 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN53 ETT passed its MOT?
RN53 ETT has had 32 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (20 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 11 Dec 2025.
Is RN53 ETT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN53 ETT 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 RN53 ETT?
RN53 ETT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.