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LR03 LDJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 90,865 miles on the clock, averaging 6,286 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 LR03 LDJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,865
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,286

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

Below average
Latest reading90,865 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,688
Average per year6,286
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 LDJ 21k38k56k73k91k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,865 miles
Since last MOT+2,688 miles
PASS
Mileage88,177 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,177 miles
Since last MOT+7,979 miles
PASS
Mileage80,198 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,193 miles
Since last MOT+9,262 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,931 miles
Since last MOT+11,997 miles
PASS
Mileage58,934 miles
Since last MOT+6,084 miles
PASS
Mileage52,850 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,849 miles
Since last MOT+6,706 miles
PASS
Mileage46,143 miles
Since last MOT+5,568 miles
PASS
Mileage40,575 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,574 miles
Since last MOT+4,955 miles
PASS
Mileage35,619 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,618 miles
Since last MOT+6,251 miles
PASS
Mileage29,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,089 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,278 miles
Since last MOT+2,413 miles
PASS
Mileage20,865 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,865 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

RegistrationLR03 LDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 LDJ

What car is LR03 LDJ?

LR03 LDJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR03 LDJ?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 LDJ was 90,865 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 LDJ passed its MOT?

LR03 LDJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2017.

Is LR03 LDJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR03 LDJ 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 LR03 LDJ?

LR03 LDJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.