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LR53 WTG

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1200cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1200cc
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 1200cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 57,975 miles on the clock, averaging 6,209 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 WTG

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,975
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
6,209

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 reading57,975 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,209
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LR53 WTG 18k28k38k48k58k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,975 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,974 miles
Since last MOT+4,322 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,652 miles
Since last MOT+9,926 miles
PASS
Mileage43,726 miles
Since last MOT+13,418 miles
PASS
Mileage30,308 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,308 miles
Since last MOT+5,899 miles
PASS
Mileage24,409 miles
Since last MOT+6,335 miles
PASS
Mileage18,074 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 WTG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1200cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 WTG

What car is LR53 WTG?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 WTG?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 WTG was 57,975 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 WTG passed its MOT?

LR53 WTG has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2013.

Is LR53 WTG ULEZ compliant?

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

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