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FE53 PJY

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 134,459 miles on the clock, averaging 9,222 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 PJY

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,459
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2010
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,222

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading134,459 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,222
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE53 PJY 60k79k97k116k134k '10'18'14

Check FE53 PJY

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,459 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,458 miles
Since last MOT+13,580 miles
PASS
Mileage120,878 miles
Since last MOT+646 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,232 miles
Since last MOT+6,780 miles
PASS
Mileage113,452 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,442 miles
Since last MOT+11,293 miles
PASS
Mileage102,149 miles
Since last MOT+8,702 miles
PASS
Mileage93,447 miles
Since last MOT+10,025 miles
PASS
Mileage83,422 miles
Since last MOT+8,058 miles
PASS
Mileage75,364 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,364 miles
Since last MOT+6,691 miles
PASS
Mileage68,673 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,673 miles
Since last MOT+8,451 miles
PASS
Mileage60,222 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,222 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 PJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
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 PJY

What car is FE53 PJY?

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

What is the mileage of FE53 PJY?

The last recorded mileage for FE53 PJY was 134,459 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE53 PJY passed its MOT?

FE53 PJY has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2018.

Is FE53 PJY ULEZ compliant?

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

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