Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 165,651 miles on the clock, averaging 8,859 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 WF53 CYE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,651 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,819 |
| Average per year | 8,859 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WF53 CYE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WF — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WF53 CYE
What car is WF53 CYE?
WF53 CYE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WF53 CYE?
The last recorded mileage for WF53 CYE was 165,651 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WF53 CYE passed its MOT?
WF53 CYE has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 18 Oct 2022.
Is WF53 CYE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF53 CYE 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 WF53 CYE?
WF53 CYE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.