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 1200cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 56,661 miles on the clock, averaging 6,198 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 YR53 PBZ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 56,661 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,934 |
| Average per year | 6,198 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | YR53 PBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YR — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YR53 PBZ
What car is YR53 PBZ?
YR53 PBZ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YR53 PBZ?
The last recorded mileage for YR53 PBZ was 56,661 miles, recorded on 2 Jan 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YR53 PBZ passed its MOT?
YR53 PBZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Jan 2013.
Is YR53 PBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YR53 PBZ 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 YR53 PBZ?
YR53 PBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.