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LR03 XYU

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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 14 (55% pass rate). It has 211,002 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 XYU

MOT Status
Due date passed
211,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
31
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 14 failed

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

14

MOT failures recorded

Out of 31 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading211,002 miles
Reading date
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR03 XYU 725k725k725k725k725k '06'23'16

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Full MOT Test History 31 tests on record

PASS
Mileage211,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage211,002 miles
Since last MOT+7,466 miles
PASS
Mileage203,536 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage203,536 miles
Since last MOT+5,884 miles
PASS
Mileage197,652 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage197,649 miles
Since last MOT+1,324 miles
PASS
Mileage196,325 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage196,325 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,314 miles
Since last MOT+2,454 miles
PASS
Mileage193,860 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,860 miles
Since last MOT+938 miles
PASS
Mileage192,922 miles
Since last MOT+1,216 miles
PASS
Mileage191,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage191,706 miles
Since last MOT+1,726 miles
PASS
Mileage189,980 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage189,980 miles
Since last MOT+8,301 miles
PASS
Mileage181,679 miles
Since last MOT+263 miles
FAIL
Mileage181,416 miles
Since last MOT+6,416 miles
PASS
Mileage175,000 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage174,997 miles
Since last MOT+15,559 miles
PASS
Mileage159,438 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,434 miles
Since last MOT+5,968 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,466 miles
Since last MOT+9,773 miles
PASS
Mileage143,693 miles
Since last MOT+8,405 miles
PASS
Mileage135,288 miles
Since last MOT+13,669 miles
PASS
Mileage121,619 miles
Since last MOT+16,562 miles
PASS
Mileage105,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,057 miles
Since last MOT+18,521 miles
PASS
Mileage86,536 miles
Since last MOT+14,461 miles
PASS
Mileage72,075 miles
FAIL
Mileage725,075 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 XYU
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 XYU

What car is LR03 XYU?

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

What is the mileage of LR03 XYU?

The last recorded mileage for LR03 XYU was 211,002 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR03 XYU passed its MOT?

LR03 XYU has had 31 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (17 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2023.

Is LR03 XYU ULEZ compliant?

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

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