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LR03 OWD

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Green Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGreen
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 31,886 miles on the clock, averaging 902 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 OWD

MOT Status
Due date passed
31,886
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
902

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading31,886 miles
Reading date
Average per year902
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 OWD 14k19k23k28k32k '06'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage31,886 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,886 miles
Since last MOT+664 miles
PASS
Mileage31,222 miles
Since last MOT+588 miles
PASS
Mileage30,634 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,634 miles
Since last MOT+553 miles
PASS
Mileage30,081 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,073 miles
Since last MOT+240 miles
PASS
Mileage29,833 miles
Since last MOT+293 miles
PASS
Mileage29,540 miles
Since last MOT+234 miles
PASS
Mileage29,306 miles
Since last MOT+245 miles
PASS
Mileage29,061 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,050 miles
Since last MOT+210 miles
PASS
Mileage28,840 miles
Since last MOT+222 miles
PASS
Mileage28,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,618 miles
Since last MOT+262 miles
PASS
Mileage28,356 miles
Since last MOT+234 miles
PASS
Mileage28,122 miles
Since last MOT+193 miles
PASS
Mileage27,929 miles
Since last MOT+383 miles
PASS
Mileage27,546 miles
Since last MOT+5,201 miles
PASS
Mileage22,345 miles
Since last MOT+7,401 miles
PASS
Mileage14,944 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
PASS
Mileage14,899 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
PASS
Mileage14,824 miles
Since last MOT+420 miles
PASS
Mileage14,404 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,404 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 OWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 OWD

What car is LR03 OWD?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 OWD?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 OWD was 31,886 miles, recorded on 17 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 OWD passed its MOT?

LR03 OWD has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Sep 2025.

Is LR03 OWD ULEZ compliant?

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

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