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LD53 MOA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 61,819 miles on the clock, averaging 2,489 miles per year, well 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 LD53 MOA

MOT Status
Due date passed
61,819
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,489

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 reading61,819 miles
Reading date
Miles last year27
Average per year2,489
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LD53 MOA 15k27k38k50k62k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,819 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,792 miles
Since last MOT+3,029 miles
PASS
Mileage58,763 miles
Since last MOT+2,368 miles
PASS
Mileage56,395 miles
Since last MOT+3,221 miles
PASS
Mileage53,174 miles
Since last MOT+3,893 miles
PASS
Mileage49,281 miles
Since last MOT+2,925 miles
PASS
Mileage46,356 miles
Since last MOT+2,263 miles
PASS
Mileage44,093 miles
Since last MOT+3,105 miles
PASS
Mileage40,988 miles
Since last MOT+3,560 miles
PASS
Mileage37,428 miles
Since last MOT+2,549 miles
PASS
Mileage34,879 miles
Since last MOT+1,240 miles
PASS
Mileage33,639 miles
Since last MOT+1,462 miles
PASS
Mileage32,177 miles
PASS
Mileage58,120 miles
Since last MOT+28,378 miles
PASS
Mileage29,742 miles
Since last MOT+1,174 miles
PASS
Mileage28,568 miles
Since last MOT+1,899 miles
PASS
Mileage26,669 miles
Since last MOT+2,151 miles
PASS
Mileage24,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,518 miles
Since last MOT+2,482 miles
PASS
Mileage22,036 miles
Since last MOT+3,143 miles
PASS
Mileage18,893 miles
Since last MOT+4,112 miles
PASS
Mileage14,781 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

RegistrationLD53 MOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLD — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LD53 MOA

What car is LD53 MOA?

LD53 MOA is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LD53 MOA?

The last recorded mileage for LD53 MOA was 61,819 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LD53 MOA passed its MOT?

LD53 MOA has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2025.

Is LD53 MOA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD53 MOA 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 LD53 MOA?

LD53 MOA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.