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LR53 UGV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1200cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1200cc
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 1200cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 107,965 miles on the clock, averaging 4,763 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LR53 UGV

MOT Status
Due date passed
107,965
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,763

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 reading107,965 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,799
Average per year4,763
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR53 UGV 21k43k64k86k108k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,965 miles
Since last MOT+1,799 miles
PASS
Mileage106,166 miles
Since last MOT+7,250 miles
PASS
Mileage98,916 miles
Since last MOT+6,532 miles
PASS
Mileage92,384 miles
Since last MOT+590 miles
PASS
Mileage91,794 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
PASS
Mileage91,766 miles
Since last MOT+5,515 miles
PASS
Mileage86,251 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,215 miles
Since last MOT+9,952 miles
PASS
Mileage76,263 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,193 miles
Since last MOT+8,047 miles
PASS
Mileage68,146 miles
Since last MOT+4,437 miles
PASS
Mileage63,709 miles
Since last MOT+3,964 miles
PASS
Mileage59,745 miles
Since last MOT+3,669 miles
PASS
Mileage56,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,076 miles
Since last MOT+3,409 miles
PASS
Mileage52,667 miles
Since last MOT+5,059 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,608 miles
Since last MOT+5,980 miles
PASS
Mileage41,628 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,628 miles
Since last MOT+4,771 miles
PASS
Mileage36,857 miles
Since last MOT+6,113 miles
PASS
Mileage30,744 miles
Since last MOT+9,960 miles
PASS
Mileage20,784 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 UGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1200cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 UGV

What car is LR53 UGV?

LR53 UGV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR53 UGV?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 UGV was 107,965 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 UGV passed its MOT?

LR53 UGV has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2025.

Is LR53 UGV ULEZ compliant?

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

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