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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1200cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 111,191 miles on the clock, averaging 5,504 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 YB53 RVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,191 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,031 |
| Average per year | 5,504 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | YB53 RVM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YB53 RVM
What car is YB53 RVM?
YB53 RVM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Leeds in 2004.
What is the mileage of YB53 RVM?
The last recorded mileage for YB53 RVM was 111,191 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB53 RVM passed its MOT?
YB53 RVM has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2022.
Is YB53 RVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB53 RVM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YB53 RVM?
YB53 RVM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.