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 33 MOT tests on record, passing 22 and failing 11 (67% pass rate). It has 92,305 miles on the clock, averaging 3,811 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 YVT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 92,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,811 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 33 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 YVT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 YVT
What car is FJ53 YVT?
FJ53 YVT is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FJ53 YVT?
The last recorded mileage for FJ53 YVT was 92,305 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ53 YVT passed its MOT?
FJ53 YVT has had 33 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (22 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2026.
Is FJ53 YVT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 YVT 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 YVT?
FJ53 YVT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.