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LB03 NBJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 79,827 miles on the clock, averaging 3,792 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 NBJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
79,827
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
3,792

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading79,827 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year3,792
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LB03 NBJ 6k24k43k61k80k '06'25'19

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,827 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,826 miles
Since last MOT+9,583 miles
PASS
Mileage70,243 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,243 miles
Since last MOT+3,528 miles
PASS
Mileage66,715 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,715 miles
Since last MOT+184 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,531 miles
Since last MOT+5,762 miles
PASS
Mileage60,769 miles
Since last MOT+155 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,614 miles
Since last MOT+2,065 miles
PASS
Mileage58,549 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,536 miles
Since last MOT+2,710 miles
PASS
Mileage55,826 miles
Since last MOT+625 miles
PASS
Mileage55,201 miles
Since last MOT+635 miles
PASS
Mileage54,566 miles
Since last MOT+1,983 miles
PASS
Mileage52,583 miles
Since last MOT+3,814 miles
PASS
Mileage48,769 miles
Since last MOT+3,265 miles
PASS
Mileage45,504 miles
Since last MOT+3,736 miles
PASS
Mileage41,768 miles
Since last MOT+4,248 miles
PASS
Mileage37,520 miles
Since last MOT+4,380 miles
PASS
Mileage33,140 miles
Since last MOT+4,200 miles
PASS
Mileage28,940 miles
Since last MOT+3,331 miles
PASS
Mileage25,609 miles
Since last MOT+4,183 miles
PASS
Mileage21,426 miles
Since last MOT+6,078 miles
PASS
Mileage15,348 miles
Since last MOT+6,310 miles
PASS
Mileage9,038 miles
Since last MOT+3,184 miles
PASS
Mileage5,854 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 NBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LB03 NBJ

What car is LB03 NBJ?

LB03 NBJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB03 NBJ?

The last recorded mileage for LB03 NBJ was 79,827 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB03 NBJ passed its MOT?

LB03 NBJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.

Is LB03 NBJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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