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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 10 (67% pass rate). It has 33,180 miles on the clock, averaging 1,212 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 SW53 KXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 33,180 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,212 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | SW53 KXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SW53 KXU
What car is SW53 KXU?
SW53 KXU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SW53 KXU?
The last recorded mileage for SW53 KXU was 33,180 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW53 KXU passed its MOT?
SW53 KXU has had 30 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (20 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.
Is SW53 KXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW53 KXU 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 SW53 KXU?
SW53 KXU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.