Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 106,364 miles on the clock, averaging 5,889 miles per year, below 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 NEN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,364 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,071 |
| Average per year | 5,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 NEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 NEN
What car is WV53 NEN?
WV53 NEN is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WV53 NEN?
The last recorded mileage for WV53 NEN was 106,364 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WV53 NEN passed its MOT?
WV53 NEN has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 5 Sep 2018.
Is WV53 NEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV53 NEN 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 NEN?
WV53 NEN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.