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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 43,619 miles on the clock, averaging 1,800 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 RX53 CLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 727 |
| Average per year | 1,800 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | RX53 CLU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 CLU
What car is RX53 CLU?
RX53 CLU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 CLU?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 CLU was 43,619 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 CLU passed its MOT?
RX53 CLU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2025.
Is RX53 CLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 CLU 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 RX53 CLU?
RX53 CLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.