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LR03 XXM

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 13 and failing 12 (52% pass rate). It has 147,009 miles on the clock, averaging 7,593 miles per year, around 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 XXM

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,009
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
52%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
7,593

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading147,009 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,975
Average per year7,593
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR03 XXM 38k65k92k120k147k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage147,009 miles
Since last MOT+5,975 miles
PASS
Mileage141,034 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,017 miles
Since last MOT+9,481 miles
PASS
Mileage131,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,536 miles
Since last MOT+8,969 miles
PASS
Mileage122,567 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,567 miles
Since last MOT+11,624 miles
PASS
Mileage110,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage110,943 miles
Since last MOT+7,176 miles
PASS
Mileage103,767 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,767 miles
Since last MOT+3,982 miles
PASS
Mileage99,785 miles
Since last MOT+6,347 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,438 miles
Since last MOT+7,608 miles
PASS
Mileage85,830 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,829 miles
Since last MOT+10,146 miles
PASS
Mileage75,683 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,683 miles
Since last MOT+6,568 miles
PASS
Mileage69,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,115 miles
Since last MOT+6,120 miles
PASS
Mileage62,995 miles
Since last MOT+7,853 miles
PASS
Mileage55,142 miles
Since last MOT+6,857 miles
PASS
Mileage48,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,285 miles
Since last MOT+10,671 miles
PASS
Mileage37,614 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,614 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 XXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LR03 XXM

What car is LR03 XXM?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 XXM?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 XXM was 147,009 miles, recorded on 14 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 XXM passed its MOT?

LR03 XXM has had 25 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (13 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 14 Sep 2020.

Is LR03 XXM ULEZ compliant?

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

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