Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 113,673 miles on the clock, averaging 7,839 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SX53 JWY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 113,673 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 337 |
| Average per year | 7,839 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SX53 JWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SX53 JWY
What car is SX53 JWY?
SX53 JWY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SX53 JWY?
The last recorded mileage for SX53 JWY was 113,673 miles, recorded on 4 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX53 JWY passed its MOT?
SX53 JWY has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2016.
Is SX53 JWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX53 JWY 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 SX53 JWY?
SX53 JWY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.