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LC53 VLN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 105,928 miles on the clock, averaging 4,808 miles per year, well 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 VLN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
105,928
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,808

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

Low mileage
Latest reading105,928 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year4,808
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LC53 VLN 15k38k60k83k106k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,928 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,924 miles
Since last MOT+5,278 miles
PASS
Mileage100,646 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,488 miles
PASS
Mileage96,158 miles
Since last MOT+2,042 miles
PASS
Mileage94,116 miles
Since last MOT+2,131 miles
PASS
Mileage91,985 miles
Since last MOT+1,071 miles
PASS
Mileage90,914 miles
Since last MOT+1,153 miles
PASS
Mileage89,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,761 miles
Since last MOT+2,686 miles
PASS
Mileage87,075 miles
Since last MOT+2,068 miles
PASS
Mileage85,007 miles
Since last MOT+2,644 miles
PASS
Mileage82,363 miles
Since last MOT+4,214 miles
PASS
Mileage78,149 miles
Since last MOT+2,080 miles
PASS
Mileage76,069 miles
Since last MOT+13,415 miles
PASS
Mileage62,654 miles
Since last MOT+5,618 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,036 miles
Since last MOT+2,024 miles
PASS
Mileage55,012 miles
Since last MOT+4,972 miles
PASS
Mileage50,040 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,040 miles
Since last MOT+11,479 miles
PASS
Mileage38,561 miles
Since last MOT+9,583 miles
PASS
Mileage28,978 miles
Since last MOT+8,520 miles
PASS
Mileage20,458 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,458 miles
Since last MOT+5,694 miles
PASS
Mileage14,764 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

RegistrationLC53 VLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLC — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LC53 VLN

What car is LC53 VLN?

LC53 VLN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LC53 VLN?

The last recorded mileage for LC53 VLN was 105,928 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LC53 VLN passed its MOT?

LC53 VLN has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.

Is LC53 VLN ULEZ compliant?

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

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