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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 28,590 miles on the clock, averaging 1,379 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 FL53 EGX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 28,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,667 |
| Average per year | 1,379 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FL53 EGX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 EGX
What car is FL53 EGX?
FL53 EGX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 EGX?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 EGX was 28,590 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 EGX passed its MOT?
FL53 EGX has had 21 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (20 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Nov 2025.
Is FL53 EGX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 EGX 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 FL53 EGX?
FL53 EGX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.