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LB03 AED

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlack
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 1400cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 85,922 miles on the clock, averaging 3,339 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 LB03 AED

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
85,922
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
3,339

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading85,922 miles
Reading date
Miles last year474
Average per year3,339
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB03 AED 21k37k53k70k86k '06'25'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage85,922 miles
Since last MOT+474 miles
PASS
Mileage85,448 miles
Since last MOT+1,401 miles
PASS
Mileage84,047 miles
Since last MOT+1,356 miles
PASS
Mileage82,691 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
PASS
Mileage82,648 miles
Since last MOT+3,559 miles
PASS
Mileage79,089 miles
Since last MOT+3,276 miles
PASS
Mileage75,813 miles
Since last MOT+4,940 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,873 miles
Since last MOT+5,723 miles
PASS
Mileage65,150 miles
Since last MOT+6,369 miles
PASS
Mileage58,781 miles
Since last MOT+9,020 miles
PASS
Mileage49,761 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,757 miles
Since last MOT+7,661 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,096 miles
Since last MOT+9,485 miles
PASS
Mileage32,611 miles
Since last MOT+5,189 miles
PASS
Mileage27,422 miles
Since last MOT+6,427 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,995 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

RegistrationLB03 AED
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 AED

What car is LB03 AED?

LB03 AED is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB03 AED?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 AED was 85,922 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 AED passed its MOT?

LB03 AED has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.

Is LB03 AED ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB03 AED 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 LB03 AED?

LB03 AED is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.