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 Petrol 1198cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 72,410 miles on the clock, averaging 3,544 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 FJ53 YSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,410 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,544 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | FJ53 YSU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FJ53 YSU
What car is FJ53 YSU?
FJ53 YSU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FJ53 YSU?
The last recorded mileage for FJ53 YSU was 72,410 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ53 YSU passed its MOT?
FJ53 YSU has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2024.
Is FJ53 YSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 YSU 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 YSU?
FJ53 YSU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.