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FG53 AHC

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 84,991 miles on the clock, averaging 3,523 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for FG53 AHC

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,991
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,523

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,991 miles
Reading date
Miles last year889
Average per year3,523
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG53 AHC 24k39k55k70k85k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,991 miles
Since last MOT+889 miles
PASS
Mileage84,102 miles
Since last MOT+453 miles
PASS
Mileage83,649 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,649 miles
Since last MOT+369 miles
PASS
Mileage83,280 miles
Since last MOT+481 miles
PASS
Mileage82,799 miles
Since last MOT+2,203 miles
PASS
Mileage80,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,596 miles
Since last MOT+1,594 miles
PASS
Mileage79,002 miles
Since last MOT+3,071 miles
PASS
Mileage75,931 miles
Since last MOT+3,423 miles
PASS
Mileage72,508 miles
Since last MOT+4,386 miles
PASS
Mileage68,122 miles
Since last MOT+5,583 miles
PASS
Mileage62,539 miles
Since last MOT+6,128 miles
PASS
Mileage56,411 miles
Since last MOT+7,377 miles
PASS
Mileage49,034 miles
Since last MOT+6,381 miles
PASS
Mileage42,653 miles
Since last MOT+6,534 miles
PASS
Mileage36,119 miles
Since last MOT+647 miles
PASS
Mileage35,472 miles
Since last MOT+5,369 miles
PASS
Mileage30,103 miles
Since last MOT+6,061 miles
PASS
Mileage24,042 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 AHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FG53 AHC

What car is FG53 AHC?

FG53 AHC is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FG53 AHC?

The last recorded mileage for FG53 AHC was 84,991 miles, recorded on 3 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG53 AHC passed its MOT?

FG53 AHC has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jan 2024.

Is FG53 AHC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG53 AHC 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 FG53 AHC?

FG53 AHC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.