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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 74,302 miles on the clock, averaging 4,364 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 NWN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,302 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 60,000 |
| Average per year | 4,364 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 NWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 NWN
What car is FL53 NWN?
FL53 NWN is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 NWN?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 NWN was 74,302 miles, recorded on 20 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 NWN passed its MOT?
FL53 NWN has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2017.
Is FL53 NWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 NWN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FL53 NWN?
FL53 NWN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.