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LR53 USD

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 69,324 miles on the clock, averaging 5,321 miles per year, 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 USD

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,324
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
5,321

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading69,324 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year5,321
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR53 USD 20k32k45k57k69k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,324 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,323 miles
Since last MOT+8,490 miles
PASS
Mileage60,833 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,833 miles
Since last MOT+5,055 miles
PASS
Mileage55,778 miles
Since last MOT+1,915 miles
PASS
Mileage53,863 miles
Since last MOT+8,926 miles
PASS
Mileage44,937 miles
Since last MOT+6,057 miles
PASS
Mileage38,880 miles
Since last MOT+6,344 miles
PASS
Mileage32,536 miles
Since last MOT+5,185 miles
PASS
Mileage27,351 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,347 miles
Since last MOT+7,150 miles
PASS
Mileage20,197 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 USD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 USD

What car is LR53 USD?

LR53 USD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LR53 USD?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 USD was 69,324 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 USD passed its MOT?

LR53 USD has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2015.

Is LR53 USD ULEZ compliant?

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

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