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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 239,585 miles on the clock, averaging 11,261 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 LVZ
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
Above average| Latest reading | 239,585 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,022 |
| Average per year | 11,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 LVZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 LVZ
What car is FE53 LVZ?
FE53 LVZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FE53 LVZ?
The last recorded mileage for FE53 LVZ was 239,585 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE53 LVZ passed its MOT?
FE53 LVZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 18 Feb 2022.
Is FE53 LVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 LVZ 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 LVZ?
FE53 LVZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.