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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 100,605 miles on the clock, averaging 4,177 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 SK53 VUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,108 |
| Average per year | 4,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SK53 VUO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SK — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SK53 VUO
What car is SK53 VUO?
SK53 VUO is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SK53 VUO?
The last recorded mileage for SK53 VUO was 100,605 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SK53 VUO passed its MOT?
SK53 VUO has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2020.
Is SK53 VUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK53 VUO 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 VUO?
SK53 VUO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.