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 1400cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 83,249 miles on the clock, averaging 5,006 miles per year, below 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 SK53 VUA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,629 |
| Average per year | 5,006 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SK53 VUA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SK — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SK53 VUA
What car is SK53 VUA?
SK53 VUA is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SK53 VUA?
The last recorded mileage for SK53 VUA was 83,249 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SK53 VUA passed its MOT?
SK53 VUA has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Apr 2019.
Is SK53 VUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK53 VUA 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 SK53 VUA?
SK53 VUA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.