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VE53 MTV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 67,569 miles on the clock, averaging 2,615 miles per year, well 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 VE53 MTV

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
67,569
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
2,615

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading67,569 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,516
Average per year2,615
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VE53 MTV 17k29k42k55k68k '07'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,569 miles
Since last MOT+4,516 miles
PASS
Mileage63,053 miles
Since last MOT+2,840 miles
PASS
Mileage60,213 miles
Since last MOT+2,238 miles
PASS
Mileage57,975 miles
Since last MOT+3,025 miles
PASS
Mileage54,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,950 miles
Since last MOT+1,726 miles
PASS
Mileage53,224 miles
Since last MOT+898 miles
PASS
Mileage52,326 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,326 miles
Since last MOT+1,440 miles
PASS
Mileage50,886 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,870 miles
Since last MOT+2,716 miles
PASS
Mileage48,154 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,143 miles
Since last MOT+4,744 miles
PASS
Mileage43,399 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,399 miles
Since last MOT+3,117 miles
PASS
Mileage40,282 miles
Since last MOT+1,087 miles
PASS
Mileage39,195 miles
Since last MOT+1,434 miles
PASS
Mileage37,761 miles
Since last MOT+1,508 miles
PASS
Mileage36,253 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,253 miles
Since last MOT+1,344 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,909 miles
Since last MOT+2,961 miles
PASS
Mileage31,948 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,948 miles
Since last MOT+4,455 miles
PASS
Mileage27,493 miles
Since last MOT+3,610 miles
PASS
Mileage23,883 miles
Since last MOT+2,993 miles
PASS
Mileage20,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,890 miles
Since last MOT+4,322 miles
PASS
Mileage16,568 miles

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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

RegistrationVE53 MTV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVE — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About VE53 MTV

What car is VE53 MTV?

VE53 MTV is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VE53 MTV?

The last recorded mileage for VE53 MTV was 67,569 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VE53 MTV passed its MOT?

VE53 MTV has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2026.

Is VE53 MTV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 MTV 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 VE53 MTV?

VE53 MTV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.