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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 133,966 miles on the clock, averaging 4,759 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 FD53 KTE
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 133,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,759 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | FD53 KTE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 KTE
What car is FD53 KTE?
FD53 KTE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 KTE?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 KTE was 133,966 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 KTE passed its MOT?
FD53 KTE has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2017.
Is FD53 KTE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 KTE 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 FD53 KTE?
FD53 KTE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.