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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 117,335 miles on the clock, averaging 6,151 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 SO53 HWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,335 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,463 |
| Average per year | 6,151 |
| 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 | SO53 HWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 HWC
What car is SO53 HWC?
SO53 HWC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO53 HWC?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 HWC was 117,335 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 HWC passed its MOT?
SO53 HWC has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 25 Nov 2021.
Is SO53 HWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 HWC 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 SO53 HWC?
SO53 HWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.