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OY53 FBV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 59,400 miles on the clock, averaging 4,093 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 OY53 FBV

MOT Status
Due date passed
59,400
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,093

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading59,400 miles
Reading date
Miles last year66
Average per year4,093
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OY53 FBV 24k33k42k51k59k '06'15'13

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,400 miles
Since last MOT+66 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,334 miles
Since last MOT+3,553 miles
PASS
Mileage55,781 miles
Since last MOT+4,020 miles
PASS
Mileage51,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,761 miles
Since last MOT+1,519 miles
PASS
Mileage50,242 miles
Since last MOT+3,851 miles
PASS
Mileage46,391 miles
Since last MOT+3,601 miles
PASS
Mileage42,790 miles
Since last MOT+5,461 miles
PASS
Mileage37,329 miles
Since last MOT+4,695 miles
PASS
Mileage32,634 miles
Since last MOT+3,696 miles
PASS
Mileage28,938 miles
Since last MOT+4,594 miles
PASS
Mileage24,344 miles

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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

RegistrationOY53 FBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About OY53 FBV

What car is OY53 FBV?

OY53 FBV is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OY53 FBV?

The last recorded mileage for OY53 FBV was 59,400 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY53 FBV passed its MOT?

OY53 FBV has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2015.

Is OY53 FBV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 FBV 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 OY53 FBV?

OY53 FBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.