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LM03 KJA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 117,952 miles on the clock, averaging 7,293 miles per year, 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 LM03 KJA

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,952
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,293

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading117,952 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year7,293
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM03 KJA 29k51k73k96k118k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,952 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,945 miles
Since last MOT+5,227 miles
PASS
Mileage112,718 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,687 miles
Since last MOT+7,296 miles
PASS
Mileage105,391 miles
Since last MOT+7,330 miles
PASS
Mileage98,061 miles
Since last MOT+7,120 miles
PASS
Mileage90,941 miles
Since last MOT+6,857 miles
PASS
Mileage84,084 miles
Since last MOT+5,852 miles
PASS
Mileage78,232 miles
Since last MOT+3,914 miles
PASS
Mileage74,318 miles
Since last MOT+5,753 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,565 miles
Since last MOT+13,236 miles
PASS
Mileage55,329 miles
Since last MOT+12,712 miles
PASS
Mileage42,617 miles
Since last MOT+8,871 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,746 miles
Since last MOT+4,964 miles
PASS
Mileage28,782 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

RegistrationLM03 KJA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LM03 KJA

What car is LM03 KJA?

LM03 KJA is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM03 KJA?

The last recorded mileage for LM03 KJA was 117,952 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM03 KJA passed its MOT?

LM03 KJA has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2018.

Is LM03 KJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM03 KJA 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 LM03 KJA?

LM03 KJA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.