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 Petrol 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 68,143 miles on the clock, averaging 5,351 miles per year, 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 FE53 FPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,143 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,573 |
| Average per year | 5,351 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 FPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 FPX
What car is FE53 FPX?
FE53 FPX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FE53 FPX?
The last recorded mileage for FE53 FPX was 68,143 miles, recorded on 16 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE53 FPX passed its MOT?
FE53 FPX has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2017.
Is FE53 FPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 FPX 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 FE53 FPX?
FE53 FPX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.