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LG53 BLN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Purple Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourPurple
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 105,423 miles on the clock, averaging 4,871 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 LG53 BLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
105,423
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,871

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
8

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading105,423 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,871
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LG53 BLN 18k40k62k84k105k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage105,423 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,423 miles
Since last MOT+6,297 miles
PASS
Mileage99,126 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
PASS
Mileage99,088 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
PASS
Mileage98,968 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,956 miles
Since last MOT+312 miles
PASS
Mileage98,644 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,644 miles
Since last MOT+4,382 miles
PASS
Mileage94,262 miles
Since last MOT+7,144 miles
PASS
Mileage87,118 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,118 miles
Since last MOT+5,642 miles
PASS
Mileage81,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,476 miles
Since last MOT+5,810 miles
PASS
Mileage75,666 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,665 miles
Since last MOT+11,275 miles
PASS
Mileage64,390 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,383 miles
Since last MOT+8,481 miles
PASS
Mileage55,902 miles
Since last MOT+5,910 miles
PASS
Mileage49,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,992 miles
Since last MOT+3,654 miles
PASS
Mileage46,338 miles
Since last MOT+3,792 miles
PASS
Mileage42,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,546 miles
Since last MOT+3,385 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,161 miles
Since last MOT+11,618 miles
PASS
Mileage27,543 miles
Since last MOT+9,549 miles
PASS
Mileage17,994 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

RegistrationLG53 BLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LG53 BLN

What car is LG53 BLN?

LG53 BLN is an purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LG53 BLN?

The last recorded mileage for LG53 BLN was 105,423 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG53 BLN passed its MOT?

LG53 BLN has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2024.

Is LG53 BLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG53 BLN 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 LG53 BLN?

LG53 BLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.