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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 91,050 miles on the clock, averaging 6,143 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 SM53 YKJ
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,050 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,181 |
| Average per year | 6,143 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 YKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 YKJ
What car is SM53 YKJ?
SM53 YKJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM53 YKJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 YKJ was 91,050 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 YKJ passed its MOT?
SM53 YKJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2019.
Is SM53 YKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 YKJ 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 SM53 YKJ?
SM53 YKJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.