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LG53 KGN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Wimbledon, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 98,523 miles on the clock, averaging 4,286 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 LG53 KGN

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,523
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
4,286

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,523 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,259
Average per year4,286
Mileage consistencyVariable
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,523 miles
Since last MOT+2,259 miles
PASS
Mileage96,264 miles
Since last MOT+2,470 miles
PASS
Mileage93,794 miles
Since last MOT+2,554 miles
PASS
Mileage91,240 miles
Since last MOT+2,890 miles
PASS
Mileage88,350 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,350 miles
Since last MOT+2,422 miles
PASS
Mileage85,928 miles
Since last MOT+3,021 miles
PASS
Mileage82,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,408 miles
PASS
Mileage78,499 miles
Since last MOT+4,652 miles
PASS
Mileage73,847 miles
Since last MOT+4,595 miles
PASS
Mileage69,252 miles
Since last MOT+5,459 miles
PASS
Mileage63,793 miles
Since last MOT+4,578 miles
PASS
Mileage59,215 miles
Since last MOT+4,509 miles
PASS
Mileage54,706 miles
Since last MOT+4,695 miles
PASS
Mileage50,011 miles
Since last MOT+4,110 miles
PASS
Mileage45,901 miles
Since last MOT+7,178 miles
PASS
Mileage38,723 miles
Since last MOT+7,858 miles
PASS
Mileage30,865 miles
Since last MOT+5,297 miles
PASS
Mileage25,568 miles
Since last MOT+4,071 miles
PASS
Mileage21,497 miles
Since last MOT+4,422 miles
PASS
Mileage17,075 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

RegistrationLG53 KGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLG — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LG53 KGN

What car is LG53 KGN?

LG53 KGN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.

What is the mileage of LG53 KGN?

The last recorded mileage for LG53 KGN was 98,523 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LG53 KGN passed its MOT?

LG53 KGN has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2025.

Is LG53 KGN ULEZ compliant?

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

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