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LR03 USV

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 78,861 miles on the clock, averaging 5,542 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 USV

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,861
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
56%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,542

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 reading78,861 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,542
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR03 USV 31k43k55k67k79k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,861 miles
Since last MOT+4,461 miles
PASS
Mileage74,400 miles
Since last MOT+7,239 miles
PASS
Mileage67,161 miles
Since last MOT+6,933 miles
PASS
Mileage60,228 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,228 miles
Since last MOT+9,387 miles
PASS
Mileage50,841 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,839 miles
Since last MOT+4,521 miles
PASS
Mileage46,318 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,317 miles
Since last MOT+4,985 miles
PASS
Mileage41,332 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,651 miles
PASS
Mileage37,681 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,654 miles
Since last MOT+6,465 miles
PASS
Mileage31,189 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,189 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 USV
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 USV

What car is LR03 USV?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 USV?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 USV was 78,861 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 USV passed its MOT?

LR03 USV has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2014.

Is LR03 USV ULEZ compliant?

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

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