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LR53 YYN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 102,729 miles on the clock, averaging 4,428 miles per year, well 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 YYN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
102,729
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
4,428

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
7

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,729 miles
Reading date
Miles last year24
Average per year4,428
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR53 YYN 15k37k59k81k103k '06'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,729 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,705 miles
Since last MOT+1,730 miles
PASS
Mileage100,975 miles
Since last MOT+2,597 miles
PASS
Mileage98,378 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,356 miles
Since last MOT+2,655 miles
PASS
Mileage95,701 miles
Since last MOT+995 miles
PASS
Mileage94,706 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,706 miles
Since last MOT+1,513 miles
PASS
Mileage93,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,193 miles
Since last MOT+806 miles
PASS
Mileage92,387 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,387 miles
Since last MOT+2,763 miles
PASS
Mileage89,624 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,624 miles
Since last MOT+3,916 miles
PASS
Mileage85,708 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,708 miles
Since last MOT+4,551 miles
PASS
Mileage81,157 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,157 miles
Since last MOT+5,238 miles
PASS
Mileage75,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,919 miles
Since last MOT+3,601 miles
PASS
Mileage72,318 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,317 miles
Since last MOT+3,032 miles
PASS
Mileage69,285 miles
Since last MOT+11,058 miles
PASS
Mileage58,227 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,227 miles
Since last MOT+21,639 miles
PASS
Mileage36,588 miles
Since last MOT+5,935 miles
PASS
Mileage30,653 miles
Since last MOT+5,205 miles
PASS
Mileage25,448 miles
Since last MOT+5,678 miles
PASS
Mileage19,770 miles
Since last MOT+4,454 miles
PASS
Mileage15,316 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 YYN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LR53 YYN

What car is LR53 YYN?

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

What is the mileage of LR53 YYN?

The last recorded mileage for LR53 YYN was 102,729 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR53 YYN passed its MOT?

LR53 YYN has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.

Is LR53 YYN ULEZ compliant?

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

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