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FE53 VJA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 117,469 miles on the clock, averaging 11,910 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 VJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
11,910

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading117,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year38
Average per year11,910
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE53 VJA 28k51k73k95k117k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,469 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,431 miles
Since last MOT+19,131 miles
PASS
Mileage98,300 miles
Since last MOT+115 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,185 miles
Since last MOT+12,746 miles
PASS
Mileage85,439 miles
Since last MOT+6,635 miles
PASS
Mileage78,804 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,784 miles
Since last MOT+14,066 miles
PASS
Mileage64,718 miles
Since last MOT+16,239 miles
PASS
Mileage48,479 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,461 miles
Since last MOT+18,941 miles
PASS
Mileage29,520 miles
Since last MOT+1,204 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,316 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 VJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
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 VJA

What car is FE53 VJA?

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

What is the mileage of FE53 VJA?

The last recorded mileage for FE53 VJA was 117,469 miles, recorded on 8 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE53 VJA passed its MOT?

FE53 VJA has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Feb 2014.

Is FE53 VJA ULEZ compliant?

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

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