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 1200cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 13 (54% pass rate). It has 136,619 miles on the clock, averaging 6,089 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 LC53 BDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,343 |
| Average per year | 6,089 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LC53 BDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LC53 BDE
What car is LC53 BDE?
LC53 BDE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LC53 BDE?
The last recorded mileage for LC53 BDE was 136,619 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC53 BDE passed its MOT?
LC53 BDE has had 28 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (15 passes, 13 failures). It last was tested on 30 Oct 2024.
Is LC53 BDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 BDE 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 LC53 BDE?
LC53 BDE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.