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 1200cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 151,330 miles on the clock, averaging 9,576 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 WL53 CWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,330 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 480 |
| Average per year | 9,576 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | WL53 CWT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WL53 CWT
What car is WL53 CWT?
WL53 CWT is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.
What is the mileage of WL53 CWT?
The last recorded mileage for WL53 CWT was 151,330 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL53 CWT passed its MOT?
WL53 CWT has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2019.
Is WL53 CWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 CWT 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 WL53 CWT?
WL53 CWT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.