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 Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 130,181 miles on the clock, averaging 12,430 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SN53 ACM
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
Above average| Latest reading | 130,181 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,430 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SN53 ACM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SN53 ACM
What car is SN53 ACM?
SN53 ACM is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SN53 ACM?
The last recorded mileage for SN53 ACM was 130,181 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN53 ACM passed its MOT?
SN53 ACM has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2015.
Is SN53 ACM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN53 ACM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SN53 ACM?
SN53 ACM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.