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FJ53 DYA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourGrey
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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 69,480 miles on the clock, averaging 7,340 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 FJ53 DYA

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,480
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2011
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
7,340

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading69,480 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,274
Average per year7,340
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ53 DYA 33k42k51k60k69k '11'16'15

Check FJ53 DYA

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,480 miles
Since last MOT+3,274 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,206 miles
Since last MOT+830 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,376 miles
Since last MOT+9,709 miles
PASS
Mileage55,667 miles
Since last MOT+3,972 miles
PASS
Mileage51,695 miles
Since last MOT+1,439 miles
PASS
Mileage50,256 miles
Since last MOT+17,244 miles
PASS
Mileage33,012 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

RegistrationFJ53 DYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FJ53 DYA

What car is FJ53 DYA?

FJ53 DYA is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FJ53 DYA?

The last recorded mileage for FJ53 DYA was 69,480 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ53 DYA passed its MOT?

FJ53 DYA has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2016.

Is FJ53 DYA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 DYA 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 FJ53 DYA?

FJ53 DYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.