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WV53 CJJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 103,582 miles on the clock, averaging 8,011 miles per year, around 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 WV53 CJJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,582
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
8,011

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,582 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year8,011
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV53 CJJ 32k50k68k86k104k '06'15'12

Check WV53 CJJ

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,582 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,577 miles
Since last MOT+9,536 miles
PASS
Mileage94,041 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,040 miles
Since last MOT+15,200 miles
PASS
Mileage78,840 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,840 miles
Since last MOT+7,178 miles
PASS
Mileage71,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,662 miles
Since last MOT+5,718 miles
PASS
Mileage65,944 miles
Since last MOT+6,198 miles
PASS
Mileage59,746 miles
Since last MOT+6,100 miles
PASS
Mileage53,646 miles
Since last MOT+5,919 miles
PASS
Mileage47,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,727 miles
Since last MOT+7,518 miles
PASS
Mileage40,209 miles
Since last MOT+8,387 miles
PASS
Mileage31,822 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

RegistrationWV53 CJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WV53 CJJ

What car is WV53 CJJ?

WV53 CJJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WV53 CJJ?

The last recorded mileage for WV53 CJJ was 103,582 miles, recorded on 17 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV53 CJJ passed its MOT?

WV53 CJJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Aug 2015.

Is WV53 CJJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 CJJ 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 CJJ?

WV53 CJJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.