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LR53 WTM

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 113,469 miles on the clock, averaging 5,247 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 WTM

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,469
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
5,247

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 reading113,469 miles
Reading date
Miles last year20
Average per year5,247
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR53 WTM 18k42k66k90k113k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,469 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,449 miles
Since last MOT+9,132 miles
PASS
Mileage104,317 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,317 miles
Since last MOT+1,611 miles
PASS
Mileage102,706 miles
Since last MOT+4,803 miles
PASS
Mileage97,903 miles
Since last MOT+3,378 miles
PASS
Mileage94,525 miles
Since last MOT+3,370 miles
PASS
Mileage91,155 miles
Since last MOT+5,446 miles
PASS
Mileage85,709 miles
Since last MOT+5,247 miles
PASS
Mileage80,462 miles
Since last MOT+4,831 miles
PASS
Mileage75,631 miles
Since last MOT+5,101 miles
PASS
Mileage70,530 miles
Since last MOT+7,249 miles
PASS
Mileage63,281 miles
Since last MOT+4,258 miles
PASS
Mileage59,023 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,022 miles
Since last MOT+5,171 miles
PASS
Mileage53,851 miles
Since last MOT+4,602 miles
PASS
Mileage49,249 miles
Since last MOT+3,503 miles
PASS
Mileage45,746 miles
Since last MOT+3,676 miles
PASS
Mileage42,070 miles
Since last MOT+6,432 miles
PASS
Mileage35,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,638 miles
Since last MOT+9,727 miles
PASS
Mileage25,911 miles
Since last MOT+7,927 miles
PASS
Mileage17,984 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 WTM
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 WTM

What car is LR53 WTM?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 WTM?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 WTM was 113,469 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 WTM passed its MOT?

LR53 WTM has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2024.

Is LR53 WTM ULEZ compliant?

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

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