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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 54,917 miles on the clock, averaging 3,657 miles per year, well below 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 HD03 LXN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,113 |
| Average per year | 3,657 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | HD03 LXN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About HD03 LXN
What car is HD03 LXN?
HD03 LXN is an yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD03 LXN?
The last recorded mileage for HD03 LXN was 54,917 miles, recorded on 15 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD03 LXN passed its MOT?
HD03 LXN has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 15 May 2019.
Is HD03 LXN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD03 LXN 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 HD03 LXN?
HD03 LXN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.