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 Diesel 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 128,295 miles on the clock, averaging 6,788 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 YY53 EYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,295 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | YY53 EYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YY53 EYA
What car is YY53 EYA?
YY53 EYA is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.
What is the mileage of YY53 EYA?
The last recorded mileage for YY53 EYA was 128,295 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY53 EYA passed its MOT?
YY53 EYA has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2022.
Is YY53 EYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY53 EYA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YY53 EYA?
YY53 EYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.