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OY53 FHZ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 204,701 miles on the clock, averaging 9,342 miles per year, above 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 OY53 FHZ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
204,701
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
9,342

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading204,701 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,342
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OY53 FHZ 28k72k116k160k205k '06'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage204,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage204,701 miles
Since last MOT+1,143 miles
PASS
Mileage203,558 miles
Since last MOT+2,526 miles
PASS
Mileage201,032 miles
Since last MOT+4,682 miles
PASS
Mileage196,350 miles
Since last MOT+1,394 miles
PASS
Mileage194,956 miles
PASS
Mileage197,064 miles
Since last MOT+9,969 miles
PASS
Mileage187,095 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,095 miles
Since last MOT+6,528 miles
PASS
Mileage180,567 miles
Since last MOT+5,149 miles
PASS
Mileage175,418 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage175,414 miles
Since last MOT+14,149 miles
PASS
Mileage161,265 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,265 miles
Since last MOT+10,610 miles
PASS
Mileage150,655 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,646 miles
Since last MOT+6,685 miles
PASS
Mileage143,961 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,961 miles
Since last MOT+12,836 miles
PASS
Mileage131,125 miles
Since last MOT+79 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,046 miles
Since last MOT+14,241 miles
PASS
Mileage116,805 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,786 miles
Since last MOT+21,876 miles
PASS
Mileage94,910 miles
Since last MOT+19,002 miles
PASS
Mileage75,908 miles
Since last MOT+16,772 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,136 miles
Since last MOT+16,767 miles
PASS
Mileage42,369 miles
Since last MOT+14,733 miles
PASS
Mileage27,636 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 FHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOY — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About OY53 FHZ

What car is OY53 FHZ?

OY53 FHZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OY53 FHZ?

The last recorded mileage for OY53 FHZ was 204,701 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OY53 FHZ passed its MOT?

OY53 FHZ has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2025.

Is OY53 FHZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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