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LL03 XJJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1422cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 193,008 miles on the clock, averaging 8,550 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LL03 XJJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
193,008
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
8,550

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading193,008 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year8,550
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LL03 XJJ 39k77k116k154k193k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage193,008 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage192,990 miles
Since last MOT+873 miles
PASS
Mileage192,117 miles
Since last MOT+1,817 miles
PASS
Mileage190,300 miles
Since last MOT+3,166 miles
PASS
Mileage187,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage187,134 miles
Since last MOT+2,696 miles
PASS
Mileage184,438 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,411 miles
Since last MOT+7,315 miles
PASS
Mileage177,096 miles
Since last MOT+110 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,986 miles
Since last MOT+9,936 miles
PASS
Mileage167,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage167,050 miles
Since last MOT+9,404 miles
PASS
Mileage157,646 miles
Since last MOT+7,031 miles
PASS
Mileage150,615 miles
Since last MOT+19,195 miles
PASS
Mileage131,420 miles
Since last MOT+31,822 miles
PASS
Mileage99,598 miles
Since last MOT+665 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,933 miles
Since last MOT+29,133 miles
PASS
Mileage69,800 miles
Since last MOT+1,371 miles
PASS
Mileage68,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage68,429 miles
Since last MOT+1,351 miles
PASS
Mileage67,078 miles
Since last MOT+3,555 miles
PASS
Mileage63,523 miles
Since last MOT+7,803 miles
PASS
Mileage55,720 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,720 miles
Since last MOT+7,469 miles
PASS
Mileage48,251 miles
Since last MOT+9,281 miles
PASS
Mileage38,970 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL03 XJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLL — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LL03 XJJ

What car is LL03 XJJ?

LL03 XJJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LL03 XJJ?

The last recorded mileage for LL03 XJJ was 193,008 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LL03 XJJ passed its MOT?

LL03 XJJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2024.

Is LL03 XJJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LL03 XJJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LL03 XJJ?

LL03 XJJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.