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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 116,462 miles on the clock, averaging 7,962 miles per year, around 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 SB53 RHO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,462 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,605 |
| Average per year | 7,962 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SB53 RHO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 RHO
What car is SB53 RHO?
SB53 RHO is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SB53 RHO?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 RHO was 116,462 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 RHO passed its MOT?
SB53 RHO has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 19 Jul 2019.
Is SB53 RHO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 RHO 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 SB53 RHO?
SB53 RHO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.