Vehicle summary
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 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 153,046 miles on the clock, averaging 5,297 miles per year, 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 LM03 TSV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,046 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,966 |
| Average per year | 5,297 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LM03 TSV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About LM03 TSV
What car is LM03 TSV?
LM03 TSV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM03 TSV?
The last recorded mileage for LM03 TSV was 153,046 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM03 TSV passed its MOT?
LM03 TSV has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2022.
Is LM03 TSV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM03 TSV 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 LM03 TSV?
LM03 TSV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.