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LR03 XYB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 77,126 miles on the clock, averaging 4,229 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 XYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,126
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,229

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 reading77,126 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,229
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 XYB 15k31k46k62k77k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,126 miles
Since last MOT+265 miles
PASS
Mileage76,861 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
PASS
Mileage75,647 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,647 miles
Since last MOT+1,886 miles
PASS
Mileage73,761 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,761 miles
Since last MOT+1,726 miles
PASS
Mileage72,035 miles
Since last MOT+2,514 miles
PASS
Mileage69,521 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,520 miles
Since last MOT+4,870 miles
PASS
Mileage64,650 miles
Since last MOT+7,723 miles
PASS
Mileage56,927 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,927 miles
Since last MOT+6,691 miles
PASS
Mileage50,236 miles
Since last MOT+4,223 miles
PASS
Mileage46,013 miles
Since last MOT+7,867 miles
PASS
Mileage38,146 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,146 miles
Since last MOT+8,316 miles
PASS
Mileage29,830 miles
Since last MOT+7,067 miles
PASS
Mileage22,763 miles
Since last MOT+7,407 miles
PASS
Mileage15,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,356 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

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

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About LR03 XYB

What car is LR03 XYB?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 XYB?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 XYB was 77,126 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 XYB passed its MOT?

LR03 XYB has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2020.

Is LR03 XYB ULEZ compliant?

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

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