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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 120,265 miles on the clock, averaging 7,534 miles per year, around 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 AX53 LBN
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 7,534 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AX53 LBN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AX53 LBN
What car is AX53 LBN?
AX53 LBN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AX53 LBN?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 LBN was 120,265 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 LBN passed its MOT?
AX53 LBN has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2020.
Is AX53 LBN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 LBN 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 AX53 LBN?
AX53 LBN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.