Vehicle summary
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 151,623 miles on the clock, averaging 9,850 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LG53 BMZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,623 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 9,850 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LG53 BMZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LG — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LG53 BMZ
What car is LG53 BMZ?
LG53 BMZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LG53 BMZ?
The last recorded mileage for LG53 BMZ was 151,623 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LG53 BMZ passed its MOT?
LG53 BMZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2019.
Is LG53 BMZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LG53 BMZ 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 BMZ?
LG53 BMZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.