Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 54,093 miles on the clock, averaging 6,719 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 FL53 EJX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 54,093 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 105 |
| Average per year | 6,719 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 EJX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 EJX
What car is FL53 EJX?
FL53 EJX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 EJX?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 EJX was 54,093 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 EJX passed its MOT?
FL53 EJX has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2011.
Is FL53 EJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 EJX 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 EJX?
FL53 EJX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.