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LB53 JFE

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 149,988 miles on the clock, averaging 6,041 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LB53 JFE

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,988
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2007
78%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
6,041

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

Below average
Latest reading149,988 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,218
Average per year6,041
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LB53 JFE 40k68k95k123k150k '07'25'17

Check LB53 JFE

Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,988 miles
Since last MOT+7,218 miles
PASS
Mileage142,770 miles
Since last MOT+4,167 miles
PASS
Mileage138,603 miles
Since last MOT+5,877 miles
PASS
Mileage132,726 miles
Since last MOT+6,727 miles
PASS
Mileage125,999 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage125,994 miles
Since last MOT+5,230 miles
PASS
Mileage120,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,764 miles
Since last MOT+7,375 miles
PASS
Mileage113,389 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,389 miles
Since last MOT+8,309 miles
PASS
Mileage105,080 miles
Since last MOT+8,461 miles
PASS
Mileage96,619 miles
Since last MOT+6,535 miles
PASS
Mileage90,084 miles
Since last MOT+5,036 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,048 miles
Since last MOT+5,845 miles
PASS
Mileage79,203 miles
Since last MOT+6,669 miles
PASS
Mileage72,534 miles
Since last MOT+6,024 miles
PASS
Mileage66,510 miles
Since last MOT+4,173 miles
PASS
Mileage62,337 miles
Since last MOT+3,779 miles
PASS
Mileage58,558 miles
Since last MOT+6,029 miles
PASS
Mileage52,529 miles
Since last MOT+6,435 miles
PASS
Mileage46,094 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,081 miles
Since last MOT+5,955 miles
PASS
Mileage40,126 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 JFE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLB — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LB53 JFE

What car is LB53 JFE?

LB53 JFE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LB53 JFE?

The last recorded mileage for LB53 JFE was 149,988 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LB53 JFE passed its MOT?

LB53 JFE has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2025.

Is LB53 JFE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LB53 JFE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LB53 JFE?

LB53 JFE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.