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LK53 FYJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, 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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 110,491 miles on the clock, averaging 4,852 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 LK53 FYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
110,491
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,852

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading110,491 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,852
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LK53 FYJ 28k49k69k90k110k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage110,491 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,491 miles
Since last MOT+25,503 miles
PASS
Mileage84,988 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,986 miles
Since last MOT+1,821 miles
PASS
Mileage83,165 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,162 miles
Since last MOT+271 miles
PASS
Mileage82,891 miles
Since last MOT+3,442 miles
PASS
Mileage79,449 miles
Since last MOT+114 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,335 miles
Since last MOT+1,464 miles
PASS
Mileage77,871 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,847 miles
Since last MOT+1,789 miles
PASS
Mileage76,058 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,058 miles
Since last MOT+2,537 miles
PASS
Mileage73,521 miles
Since last MOT+1,186 miles
PASS
Mileage72,335 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,325 miles
Since last MOT+2,572 miles
PASS
Mileage69,753 miles
Since last MOT+3,612 miles
PASS
Mileage66,141 miles
Since last MOT+4,000 miles
PASS
Mileage62,141 miles
Since last MOT+5,748 miles
PASS
Mileage56,393 miles
Since last MOT+179 miles
PASS
Mileage56,214 miles
Since last MOT+5,160 miles
PASS
Mileage51,054 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,054 miles
Since last MOT+13,149 miles
PASS
Mileage37,905 miles
Since last MOT+9,554 miles
PASS
Mileage28,351 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

RegistrationLK53 FYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLK — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LK53 FYJ

What car is LK53 FYJ?

LK53 FYJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LK53 FYJ?

The last recorded mileage for LK53 FYJ was 110,491 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LK53 FYJ passed its MOT?

LK53 FYJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2023.

Is LK53 FYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LK53 FYJ 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 LK53 FYJ?

LK53 FYJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.