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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 12 (48% pass rate). It has 137,455 miles on the clock, averaging 8,191 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 COA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 137,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 59 |
| Average per year | 8,191 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 COA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 COA
What car is WV53 COA?
WV53 COA is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 COA?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 COA was 137,455 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 COA passed its MOT?
WV53 COA has had 23 MOT tests with a 48% pass rate (11 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 9 Oct 2020.
Is WV53 COA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 COA 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 COA?
WV53 COA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.