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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 101,436 miles on the clock, averaging 8,091 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FL53 PVN
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,436 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,091 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 PVN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 PVN
What car is FL53 PVN?
FL53 PVN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FL53 PVN?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 PVN was 101,436 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 PVN passed its MOT?
FL53 PVN has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2017.
Is FL53 PVN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 PVN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 PVN?
FL53 PVN is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.