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 1198cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 120,103 miles on the clock, averaging 7,513 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 WV53 CHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,103 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,513 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | WV53 CHL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WV — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WV53 CHL
What car is WV53 CHL?
WV53 CHL is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 CHL?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 CHL was 120,103 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 CHL passed its MOT?
WV53 CHL has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2016.
Is WV53 CHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 CHL 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 WV53 CHL?
WV53 CHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.