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 1200cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 146,624 miles on the clock, averaging 5,684 miles per year, 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 RY53 SWX
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
Below average| Latest reading | 146,624 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,684 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | RY53 SWX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RY53 SWX
What car is RY53 SWX?
RY53 SWX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RY53 SWX?
The last recorded mileage for RY53 SWX was 146,624 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY53 SWX passed its MOT?
RY53 SWX has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is RY53 SWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY53 SWX 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 SWX?
RY53 SWX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.