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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 227,216 miles on the clock, averaging 17,549 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 LWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 227,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,549 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 LWU |
| 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 LWU
What car is FE53 LWU?
FE53 LWU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FE53 LWU?
The last recorded mileage for FE53 LWU was 227,216 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE53 LWU passed its MOT?
FE53 LWU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2016.
Is FE53 LWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 LWU 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 LWU?
FE53 LWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.