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 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 163,256 miles on the clock, averaging 10,184 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 PTX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,256 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,330 |
| Average per year | 10,184 |
| 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 | FP53 PTX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 PTX
What car is FP53 PTX?
FP53 PTX is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 PTX?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 PTX was 163,256 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 PTX passed its MOT?
FP53 PTX has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2019.
Is FP53 PTX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 PTX 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 FP53 PTX?
FP53 PTX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.