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LM03 XXW

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 47,469 miles on the clock, averaging 1,638 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 LM03 XXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
47,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
1,638

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 reading47,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year1,638
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM03 XXW 21k27k34k41k47k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,469 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage47,461 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,461 miles
Since last MOT+1,190 miles
PASS
Mileage46,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,271 miles
Since last MOT+1,036 miles
PASS
Mileage45,235 miles
Since last MOT+963 miles
PASS
Mileage44,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,272 miles
Since last MOT+720 miles
PASS
Mileage43,552 miles
Since last MOT+1,359 miles
PASS
Mileage42,193 miles
Since last MOT+1,487 miles
PASS
Mileage40,706 miles
Since last MOT+1,604 miles
PASS
Mileage39,102 miles
Since last MOT+1,999 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,103 miles
Since last MOT+2,032 miles
PASS
Mileage35,071 miles
Since last MOT+2,289 miles
PASS
Mileage32,782 miles
Since last MOT+2,300 miles
PASS
Mileage30,482 miles
Since last MOT+1,566 miles
PASS
Mileage28,916 miles
Since last MOT+3,015 miles
PASS
Mileage25,901 miles
Since last MOT+5,332 miles
PASS
Mileage20,569 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

RegistrationLM03 XXW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LM03 XXW

What car is LM03 XXW?

LM03 XXW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LM03 XXW?

The last recorded mileage for LM03 XXW was 47,469 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM03 XXW passed its MOT?

LM03 XXW has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2022.

Is LM03 XXW ULEZ compliant?

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

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