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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 81,029 miles on the clock, averaging 4,185 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 FP53 TNN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 81,029 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 154 |
| Average per year | 4,185 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 TNN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 TNN
What car is FP53 TNN?
FP53 TNN is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 TNN?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 TNN was 81,029 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 TNN passed its MOT?
FP53 TNN has had 19 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (17 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2022.
Is FP53 TNN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 TNN 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 TNN?
FP53 TNN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.