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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 134,579 miles on the clock, averaging 10,162 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 WR53 CYG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 134,579 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 122 |
| Average per year | 10,162 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | WR53 CYG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WR53 CYG
What car is WR53 CYG?
WR53 CYG is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WR53 CYG?
The last recorded mileage for WR53 CYG was 134,579 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR53 CYG passed its MOT?
WR53 CYG has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2017.
Is WR53 CYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR53 CYG 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 WR53 CYG?
WR53 CYG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.