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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 70,476 miles on the clock, averaging 5,150 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 SY53 LWE
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 70,476 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,150 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SY53 LWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 LWE
What car is SY53 LWE?
SY53 LWE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 LWE?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 LWE was 70,476 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 LWE passed its MOT?
SY53 LWE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2017.
Is SY53 LWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 LWE 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 LWE?
SY53 LWE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.