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FD53 KZM

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 192,536 miles on the clock, averaging 11,152 miles per year, above 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 KZM

MOT Status
Due date passed
192,536
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
11,152

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading192,536 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,705
Average per year11,152
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FD53 KZM 41k79k117k155k193k '06'20'15

Check FD53 KZM

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage192,536 miles
Since last MOT+5,705 miles
PASS
Mileage186,831 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage186,831 miles
Since last MOT+6,039 miles
PASS
Mileage180,792 miles
Since last MOT+7,669 miles
PASS
Mileage173,123 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,123 miles
Since last MOT+11,464 miles
PASS
Mileage161,659 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,659 miles
Since last MOT+10,326 miles
PASS
Mileage151,333 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage151,314 miles
Since last MOT+16,758 miles
PASS
Mileage134,556 miles
Since last MOT+15,098 miles
PASS
Mileage119,458 miles
Since last MOT+13,010 miles
PASS
Mileage106,448 miles
Since last MOT+12,685 miles
PASS
Mileage93,763 miles
Since last MOT+12,962 miles
PASS
Mileage80,801 miles
Since last MOT+9,680 miles
PASS
Mileage71,121 miles
Since last MOT+18,597 miles
PASS
Mileage52,524 miles
Since last MOT+11,094 miles
PASS
Mileage41,430 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

RegistrationFD53 KZM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FD53 KZM

What car is FD53 KZM?

FD53 KZM is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FD53 KZM?

The last recorded mileage for FD53 KZM was 192,536 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FD53 KZM passed its MOT?

FD53 KZM has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2020.

Is FD53 KZM ULEZ compliant?

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

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