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LC53 FUY

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 124,570 miles on the clock, averaging 6,145 miles per year, 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 LC53 FUY

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,570
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,145

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading124,570 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,175
Average per year6,145
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC53 FUY 8k37k66k95k125k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,570 miles
Since last MOT+8,175 miles
PASS
Mileage116,395 miles
Since last MOT+6,579 miles
PASS
Mileage109,816 miles
Since last MOT+7,656 miles
PASS
Mileage102,160 miles
Since last MOT+7,864 miles
PASS
Mileage94,296 miles
Since last MOT+4,523 miles
PASS
Mileage89,773 miles
Since last MOT+2,922 miles
PASS
Mileage86,851 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,846 miles
Since last MOT+6,159 miles
PASS
Mileage80,687 miles
Since last MOT+7,453 miles
PASS
Mileage73,234 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,226 miles
Since last MOT+4,385 miles
PASS
Mileage68,841 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,838 miles
Since last MOT+3,468 miles
PASS
Mileage65,370 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,351 miles
Since last MOT+8,483 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,868 miles
Since last MOT+10,639 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,229 miles
Since last MOT+10,887 miles
PASS
Mileage35,342 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,341 miles
Since last MOT+12,120 miles
PASS
Mileage23,221 miles
Since last MOT+6,642 miles
PASS
Mileage16,579 miles
Since last MOT+1,908 miles
PASS
Mileage14,671 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
PASS
Mileage12,971 miles
Since last MOT+2,153 miles
PASS
Mileage10,818 miles
Since last MOT+2,566 miles
PASS
Mileage8,252 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

RegistrationLC53 FUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LC53 FUY

What car is LC53 FUY?

LC53 FUY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LC53 FUY?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 FUY was 124,570 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 FUY passed its MOT?

LC53 FUY has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2025.

Is LC53 FUY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 FUY 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 FUY?

LC53 FUY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.