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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 117,886 miles on the clock, averaging 8,374 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 YK53 RYU
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,886 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,374 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | YK53 RYU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YK53 RYU
What car is YK53 RYU?
YK53 RYU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 RYU?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 RYU was 117,886 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 RYU passed its MOT?
YK53 RYU has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2019.
Is YK53 RYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 RYU 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 YK53 RYU?
YK53 RYU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.