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FE53 FEX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 267,164 miles on the clock, averaging 17,812 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 FEX

MOT Status
Due date passed
267,164
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
17,812

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 reading267,164 miles
Reading date
Average per year17,812
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE53 FEX 84k130k176k221k267k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage267,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage267,164 miles
Since last MOT+16,704 miles
PASS
Mileage250,460 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage250,460 miles
Since last MOT+18,700 miles
PASS
Mileage231,760 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage231,757 miles
Since last MOT+21,105 miles
PASS
Mileage210,652 miles
Since last MOT+23,839 miles
PASS
Mileage186,813 miles
Since last MOT+19,649 miles
PASS
Mileage167,164 miles
Since last MOT+22,642 miles
PASS
Mileage144,522 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,467 miles
Since last MOT+17,301 miles
PASS
Mileage127,166 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,166 miles
Since last MOT+12,133 miles
PASS
Mileage115,033 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage104,269 miles
Since last MOT+19,835 miles
PASS
Mileage84,434 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

RegistrationFE53 FEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FE53 FEX

What car is FE53 FEX?

FE53 FEX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FE53 FEX?

The last recorded mileage for FE53 FEX was 267,164 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE53 FEX passed its MOT?

FE53 FEX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2016.

Is FE53 FEX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 FEX 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 FEX?

FE53 FEX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.