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LR03 OWC

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 55,256 miles on the clock, averaging 1,994 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 LR03 OWC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
55,256
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
94%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,994

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,256 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,385
Average per year1,994
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 OWC 15k25k35k45k55k '06'26'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,256 miles
Since last MOT+5,385 miles
PASS
Mileage49,871 miles
Since last MOT+1,172 miles
PASS
Mileage48,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,699 miles
Since last MOT+1,810 miles
PASS
Mileage46,889 miles
Since last MOT+2,532 miles
PASS
Mileage44,357 miles
Since last MOT+323 miles
PASS
Mileage44,034 miles
Since last MOT+1,368 miles
PASS
Mileage42,666 miles
Since last MOT+1,585 miles
PASS
Mileage41,081 miles
Since last MOT+522 miles
PASS
Mileage40,559 miles
Since last MOT+1,195 miles
PASS
Mileage39,364 miles
Since last MOT+1,948 miles
PASS
Mileage37,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,461 miles
PASS
Mileage33,955 miles
Since last MOT+4,563 miles
PASS
Mileage29,392 miles
Since last MOT+5,246 miles
PASS
Mileage24,146 miles
Since last MOT+3,349 miles
PASS
Mileage20,797 miles
Since last MOT+5,368 miles
PASS
Mileage15,429 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 OWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 OWC

What car is LR03 OWC?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 OWC?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 OWC was 55,256 miles, recorded on 29 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 OWC passed its MOT?

LR03 OWC has had 17 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (16 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 May 2026.

Is LR03 OWC ULEZ compliant?

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

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