2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · MA53 KWR
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 26 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 170,809 miles. MOT valid until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,809 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
MA53 KWR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/01/2026
- 170,809 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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MA53 KWR Mileage History
- 31/01/2022163,696 mi
- 02/02/2023165,615 mi+1,919 mi
- 31/01/2024166,244 mi+629 mi
- 23/01/2025168,685 mi+2,441 mi
- 29/01/2026170,809 mi+2,124 mi
Average of roughly 1,781 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MA53 KWR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (MA53 KWR) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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