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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 87,890 miles on the clock, averaging 4,427 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FG53 BWW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 87,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,427 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | FG53 BWW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FG53 BWW
What car is FG53 BWW?
FG53 BWW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FG53 BWW?
The last recorded mileage for FG53 BWW was 87,890 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG53 BWW passed its MOT?
FG53 BWW has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Nov 2016.
Is FG53 BWW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG53 BWW 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 FG53 BWW?
FG53 BWW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.