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LM03 YZZ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 98,638 miles on the clock, averaging 4,605 miles per year, well 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 YZZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,638
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
4,605

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,638 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,605
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LM03 YZZ 16k37k58k78k99k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage98,638 miles
Since last MOT+5,263 miles
PASS
Mileage93,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,375 miles
Since last MOT+280 miles
PASS
Mileage93,095 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,051 miles
Since last MOT+4,529 miles
PASS
Mileage88,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,522 miles
Since last MOT+7,425 miles
PASS
Mileage81,097 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,097 miles
Since last MOT+8,808 miles
PASS
Mileage72,289 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,288 miles
Since last MOT+13,122 miles
PASS
Mileage59,166 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,166 miles
Since last MOT+8,542 miles
PASS
Mileage50,624 miles
Since last MOT+10,353 miles
PASS
Mileage40,271 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,271 miles
Since last MOT+7,012 miles
PASS
Mileage33,259 miles
Since last MOT+4,231 miles
PASS
Mileage29,028 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,028 miles
Since last MOT+2,686 miles
PASS
Mileage26,342 miles
Since last MOT+436 miles
PASS
Mileage25,906 miles
Since last MOT+727 miles
PASS
Mileage25,179 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,179 miles
Since last MOT+994 miles
PASS
Mileage24,185 miles
Since last MOT+1,831 miles
PASS
Mileage22,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,354 miles
Since last MOT+2,758 miles
PASS
Mileage19,596 miles
Since last MOT+3,110 miles
PASS
Mileage16,486 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 YZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLM — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LM03 YZZ

What car is LM03 YZZ?

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

What is the mileage of LM03 YZZ?

The last recorded mileage for LM03 YZZ was 98,638 miles, recorded on 15 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LM03 YZZ passed its MOT?

LM03 YZZ has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 15 May 2024.

Is LM03 YZZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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