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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 72,227 miles on the clock, averaging 2,332 miles per year, well 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 EO53 FZU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,332 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | EO53 FZU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EO53 FZU
What car is EO53 FZU?
EO53 FZU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO53 FZU?
The last recorded mileage for EO53 FZU was 72,227 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO53 FZU passed its MOT?
EO53 FZU has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2026.
Is EO53 FZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 FZU 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 EO53 FZU?
EO53 FZU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.