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 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 120,525 miles on the clock, averaging 11,345 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RY53 KYG
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,345 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RY53 KYG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 KYG
What car is RY53 KYG?
RY53 KYG is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RY53 KYG?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 KYG was 120,525 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 KYG passed its MOT?
RY53 KYG has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2015.
Is RY53 KYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 KYG 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 RY53 KYG?
RY53 KYG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.