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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 108,730 miles on the clock, averaging 9,068 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YM53 ONX
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 108,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,068 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | YM53 ONX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YM53 ONX
What car is YM53 ONX?
YM53 ONX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM53 ONX?
The last recorded mileage for YM53 ONX was 108,730 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM53 ONX passed its MOT?
YM53 ONX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2015.
Is YM53 ONX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 ONX 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 YM53 ONX?
YM53 ONX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.