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 Petrol 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 108,825 miles on the clock, averaging 4,896 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 YOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 108,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 4,896 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 YOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LM — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About LM03 YOW
What car is LM03 YOW?
LM03 YOW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LM03 YOW?
The last recorded mileage for LM03 YOW was 108,825 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LM03 YOW passed its MOT?
LM03 YOW has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2020.
Is LM03 YOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LM03 YOW 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 YOW?
LM03 YOW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.