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DF53 FNP

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 103,236 miles on the clock, averaging 8,099 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 DF53 FNP

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,236
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,099

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading103,236 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,322
Average per year8,099
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DF53 FNP 29k47k66k85k103k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,236 miles
Since last MOT+3,322 miles
PASS
Mileage99,914 miles
Since last MOT+2,753 miles
PASS
Mileage97,161 miles
Since last MOT+1,672 miles
PASS
Mileage95,489 miles
Since last MOT+6,782 miles
PASS
Mileage88,707 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,691 miles
Since last MOT+9,338 miles
PASS
Mileage79,353 miles
Since last MOT+14,348 miles
PASS
Mileage65,005 miles
Since last MOT+10,870 miles
PASS
Mileage54,135 miles
Since last MOT+13,714 miles
PASS
Mileage40,421 miles
Since last MOT+514 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,907 miles
Since last MOT+11,397 miles
PASS
Mileage28,510 miles

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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

RegistrationDF53 FNP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About DF53 FNP

What car is DF53 FNP?

DF53 FNP is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DF53 FNP?

The last recorded mileage for DF53 FNP was 103,236 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DF53 FNP passed its MOT?

DF53 FNP has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2016.

Is DF53 FNP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 FNP 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 DF53 FNP?

DF53 FNP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.