Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 118,116 miles on the clock, averaging 5,789 miles per year, 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 CPK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,116 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,501 |
| Average per year | 5,789 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 CPK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| 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 CPK
What car is FG53 CPK?
FG53 CPK is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FG53 CPK?
The last recorded mileage for FG53 CPK was 118,116 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FG53 CPK passed its MOT?
FG53 CPK has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2022.
Is FG53 CPK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG53 CPK 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 CPK?
FG53 CPK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.