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FD53 KTX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 125,903 miles on the clock, averaging 5,752 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for FD53 KTX

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,903
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2007
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,752

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading125,903 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,123
Average per year5,752
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FD53 KTX 56k73k91k108k126k '07'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage125,903 miles
Since last MOT+1,123 miles
PASS
Mileage124,780 miles
Since last MOT+2,150 miles
PASS
Mileage122,630 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,630 miles
Since last MOT+1,556 miles
PASS
Mileage121,074 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,060 miles
Since last MOT+1,213 miles
PASS
Mileage119,847 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,837 miles
Since last MOT+1,622 miles
PASS
Mileage118,215 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,215 miles
Since last MOT+2,069 miles
PASS
Mileage116,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,061 miles
PASS
Mileage112,085 miles
Since last MOT+439 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,646 miles
Since last MOT+14,409 miles
PASS
Mileage97,237 miles
Since last MOT+305 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,932 miles
Since last MOT+13,000 miles
PASS
Mileage83,932 miles
Since last MOT+10,245 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,687 miles
Since last MOT+17,725 miles
PASS
Mileage55,962 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,962 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 KTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FD53 KTX

What car is FD53 KTX?

FD53 KTX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FD53 KTX?

The last recorded mileage for FD53 KTX was 125,903 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD53 KTX passed its MOT?

FD53 KTX has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2019.

Is FD53 KTX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 KTX 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 FD53 KTX?

FD53 KTX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.