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LD03 OBG

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 71,184 miles on the clock, averaging 5,047 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 LD03 OBG

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,184
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,047

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 reading71,184 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,592
Average per year5,047
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LD03 OBG 15k29k43k57k71k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,184 miles
Since last MOT+6,592 miles
PASS
Mileage64,592 miles
Since last MOT+2,842 miles
PASS
Mileage61,750 miles
Since last MOT+5,970 miles
PASS
Mileage55,780 miles
Since last MOT+4,600 miles
PASS
Mileage51,180 miles
Since last MOT+7,202 miles
PASS
Mileage43,978 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,931 miles
Since last MOT+7,856 miles
PASS
Mileage36,075 miles
Since last MOT+5,984 miles
PASS
Mileage30,091 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,091 miles
Since last MOT+3,882 miles
PASS
Mileage26,209 miles
Since last MOT+3,361 miles
PASS
Mileage22,848 miles
Since last MOT+3,329 miles
PASS
Mileage19,519 miles
Since last MOT+4,819 miles
PASS
Mileage14,700 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

RegistrationLD03 OBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LD03 OBG

What car is LD03 OBG?

LD03 OBG is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LD03 OBG?

The last recorded mileage for LD03 OBG was 71,184 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD03 OBG passed its MOT?

LD03 OBG has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2017.

Is LD03 OBG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD03 OBG 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 LD03 OBG?

LD03 OBG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.