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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 130,039 miles on the clock, averaging 11,658 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 SM53 NLV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,559 |
| Average per year | 11,658 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SM53 NLV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 NLV
What car is SM53 NLV?
SM53 NLV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 NLV?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 NLV was 130,039 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 NLV passed its MOT?
SM53 NLV has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2015.
Is SM53 NLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 NLV 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 SM53 NLV?
SM53 NLV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.