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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 150,302 miles on the clock, averaging 9,188 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 FE53 FEP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 150,302 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 9,188 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FE53 FEP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FE53 FEP
What car is FE53 FEP?
FE53 FEP is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FE53 FEP?
The last recorded mileage for FE53 FEP was 150,302 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE53 FEP passed its MOT?
FE53 FEP has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2017.
Is FE53 FEP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 FEP 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 FE53 FEP?
FE53 FEP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.