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FG53 YJD

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 156,542 miles on the clock, averaging 10,402 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 FG53 YJD

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,542
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
10,402

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 reading156,542 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,402
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG53 YJD 26k59k91k124k157k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,542 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,540 miles
Since last MOT+7,433 miles
PASS
Mileage149,107 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,107 miles
Since last MOT+8,670 miles
PASS
Mileage140,437 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,436 miles
Since last MOT+11,392 miles
PASS
Mileage129,044 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage129,036 miles
Since last MOT+10,480 miles
PASS
Mileage118,556 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,556 miles
Since last MOT+14,095 miles
PASS
Mileage104,461 miles
Since last MOT+13,253 miles
PASS
Mileage91,208 miles
Since last MOT+13,766 miles
PASS
Mileage77,442 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,430 miles
Since last MOT+15,210 miles
PASS
Mileage62,220 miles
Since last MOT+11,307 miles
PASS
Mileage50,913 miles
Since last MOT+11,519 miles
PASS
Mileage39,394 miles
Since last MOT+2,402 miles
PASS
Mileage36,992 miles
Since last MOT+10,633 miles
PASS
Mileage26,359 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

RegistrationFG53 YJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FG53 YJD

What car is FG53 YJD?

FG53 YJD is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FG53 YJD?

The last recorded mileage for FG53 YJD was 156,542 miles, recorded on 21 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG53 YJD passed its MOT?

FG53 YJD has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2019.

Is FG53 YJD ULEZ compliant?

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

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