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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 183,876 miles on the clock, averaging 13,178 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FP53 OGJ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 183,876 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 13,178 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | FP53 OGJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FP53 OGJ
What car is FP53 OGJ?
FP53 OGJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 OGJ?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 OGJ was 183,876 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 OGJ passed its MOT?
FP53 OGJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2018.
Is FP53 OGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 OGJ 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 FP53 OGJ?
FP53 OGJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.