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LR53 EDJ

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 81,127 miles on the clock, averaging 5,968 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 LR53 EDJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,127
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,968

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,127 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,667
Average per year5,968
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR53 EDJ 9k27k45k63k81k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage81,127 miles
Since last MOT+3,667 miles
PASS
Mileage77,460 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,460 miles
Since last MOT+6,178 miles
PASS
Mileage71,282 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,281 miles
Since last MOT+6,313 miles
PASS
Mileage64,968 miles
Since last MOT+6,328 miles
PASS
Mileage58,640 miles
Since last MOT+6,830 miles
PASS
Mileage51,810 miles
Since last MOT+7,739 miles
PASS
Mileage44,071 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,068 miles
Since last MOT+7,929 miles
PASS
Mileage36,139 miles
Since last MOT+7,654 miles
PASS
Mileage28,485 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,485 miles
Since last MOT+2,997 miles
PASS
Mileage25,488 miles
Since last MOT+7,771 miles
PASS
Mileage17,717 miles
Since last MOT+5,739 miles
PASS
Mileage11,978 miles
Since last MOT+2,635 miles
PASS
Mileage9,343 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

RegistrationLR53 EDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 EDJ

What car is LR53 EDJ?

LR53 EDJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR53 EDJ?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 EDJ was 81,127 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 EDJ passed its MOT?

LR53 EDJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 3 Sep 2018.

Is LR53 EDJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 EDJ 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 LR53 EDJ?

LR53 EDJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.