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LR53 LLW

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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 31,635 miles on the clock, averaging 1,011 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 LR53 LLW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
31,635
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
1,011

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

Low mileage
Latest reading31,635 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year1,011
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR53 LLW 12k17k22k27k32k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage31,635 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,632 miles
Since last MOT+302 miles
PASS
Mileage31,330 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,327 miles
Since last MOT+3,550 miles
PASS
Mileage27,777 miles
Since last MOT+2,159 miles
PASS
Mileage25,618 miles
Since last MOT+2,203 miles
PASS
Mileage23,415 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,411 miles
Since last MOT+337 miles
PASS
Mileage23,074 miles
Since last MOT+107 miles
PASS
Mileage22,967 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
PASS
Mileage22,956 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
PASS
Mileage22,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,938 miles
Since last MOT+463 miles
PASS
Mileage22,475 miles
Since last MOT+855 miles
PASS
Mileage21,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,620 miles
Since last MOT+1,440 miles
PASS
Mileage20,180 miles
Since last MOT+1,132 miles
PASS
Mileage19,048 miles
Since last MOT+1,069 miles
PASS
Mileage17,979 miles
Since last MOT+1,533 miles
PASS
Mileage16,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,446 miles
Since last MOT+1,089 miles
PASS
Mileage15,357 miles
Since last MOT+673 miles
PASS
Mileage14,684 miles
Since last MOT+1,108 miles
PASS
Mileage13,576 miles
Since last MOT+1,244 miles
PASS
Mileage12,332 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 LLW
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 LLW

What car is LR53 LLW?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 LLW?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 LLW was 31,635 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 LLW passed its MOT?

LR53 LLW has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2026.

Is LR53 LLW ULEZ compliant?

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

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