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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 149,716 miles on the clock, averaging 10,720 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 SY53 DVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,716 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,800 |
| Average per year | 10,720 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SY53 DVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 DVJ
What car is SY53 DVJ?
SY53 DVJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 DVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 DVJ was 149,716 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 DVJ passed its MOT?
SY53 DVJ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2015.
Is SY53 DVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 DVJ 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 SY53 DVJ?
SY53 DVJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.