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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 104,164 miles on the clock, averaging 4,812 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 ST53 NYD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 104,164 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,864 |
| Average per year | 4,812 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | ST53 NYD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 NYD
What car is ST53 NYD?
ST53 NYD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of ST53 NYD?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 NYD was 104,164 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 NYD passed its MOT?
ST53 NYD has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2022.
Is ST53 NYD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 NYD 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 ST53 NYD?
ST53 NYD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.