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LK53 UBF

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 73,437 miles on the clock, averaging 3,452 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 LK53 UBF

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,437
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
3,452

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,437 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,022
Average per year3,452
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LK53 UBF 10k26k42k58k73k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,437 miles
Since last MOT+3,022 miles
PASS
Mileage70,415 miles
Since last MOT+2,618 miles
PASS
Mileage67,797 miles
Since last MOT+2,998 miles
PASS
Mileage64,799 miles
Since last MOT+4,628 miles
PASS
Mileage60,171 miles
Since last MOT+6,698 miles
PASS
Mileage53,473 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,473 miles
Since last MOT+7,861 miles
PASS
Mileage45,612 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,611 miles
Since last MOT+7,112 miles
PASS
Mileage38,499 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
PASS
Mileage38,465 miles
Since last MOT+257 miles
PASS
Mileage38,208 miles
Since last MOT+1,962 miles
PASS
Mileage36,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,574 miles
PASS
Mileage32,672 miles
Since last MOT+3,129 miles
PASS
Mileage29,543 miles
Since last MOT+4,366 miles
PASS
Mileage25,177 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,177 miles
Since last MOT+2,228 miles
PASS
Mileage22,949 miles
Since last MOT+1,670 miles
PASS
Mileage21,279 miles
Since last MOT+3,407 miles
PASS
Mileage17,872 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,231 miles
Since last MOT+51,265 miles
PASS
Mileage14,966 miles
Since last MOT+3,177 miles
PASS
Mileage11,789 miles
Since last MOT+1,360 miles
PASS
Mileage10,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage10,429 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

RegistrationLK53 UBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLK — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LK53 UBF

What car is LK53 UBF?

LK53 UBF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LK53 UBF?

The last recorded mileage for LK53 UBF was 73,437 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LK53 UBF passed its MOT?

LK53 UBF has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2024.

Is LK53 UBF ULEZ compliant?

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

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