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LR53 OYH

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 115,989 miles on the clock, averaging 7,116 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 OYH

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,989
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
7,116

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 reading115,989 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,116
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR53 OYH 13k39k64k90k116k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,989 miles
Since last MOT+4,803 miles
PASS
Mileage111,186 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,186 miles
Since last MOT+3,612 miles
PASS
Mileage107,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,574 miles
Since last MOT+1,841 miles
PASS
Mileage105,733 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,733 miles
Since last MOT+8,401 miles
PASS
Mileage97,332 miles
Since last MOT+3,673 miles
PASS
Mileage93,659 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,659 miles
Since last MOT+4,349 miles
PASS
Mileage89,310 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,307 miles
Since last MOT+2,973 miles
PASS
Mileage86,334 miles
Since last MOT+3,739 miles
PASS
Mileage82,595 miles
Since last MOT+5,888 miles
PASS
Mileage76,707 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,707 miles
Since last MOT+11,678 miles
PASS
Mileage65,029 miles
Since last MOT+13,752 miles
PASS
Mileage51,277 miles
Since last MOT+14,513 miles
PASS
Mileage36,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,764 miles
Since last MOT+13,402 miles
PASS
Mileage23,362 miles
Since last MOT+5,652 miles
PASS
Mileage17,710 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage12,882 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 OYH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 OYH

What car is LR53 OYH?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 OYH?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 OYH was 115,989 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 OYH passed its MOT?

LR53 OYH has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2021.

Is LR53 OYH ULEZ compliant?

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

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