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LT03 PHN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 127,491 miles on the clock, averaging 7,982 miles per year, around 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 LT03 PHN

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,491
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
7,982

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading127,491 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year7,982
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 PHN 26k51k77k102k127k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,491 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,486 miles
Since last MOT+1,523 miles
PASS
Mileage125,963 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,963 miles
Since last MOT+6,056 miles
PASS
Mileage119,907 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,906 miles
Since last MOT+5,600 miles
PASS
Mileage114,306 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,306 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,277 miles
Since last MOT+7,797 miles
PASS
Mileage106,480 miles
Since last MOT+16,829 miles
PASS
Mileage89,651 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,651 miles
Since last MOT+20,443 miles
PASS
Mileage69,208 miles
Since last MOT+6,573 miles
PASS
Mileage62,635 miles
Since last MOT+4,409 miles
PASS
Mileage58,226 miles
Since last MOT+9,361 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,865 miles
Since last MOT+7,731 miles
PASS
Mileage41,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,134 miles
Since last MOT+7,268 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,866 miles
Since last MOT+8,268 miles
PASS
Mileage25,598 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

RegistrationLT03 PHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 PHN

What car is LT03 PHN?

LT03 PHN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LT03 PHN?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 PHN was 127,491 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 PHN passed its MOT?

LT03 PHN has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2018.

Is LT03 PHN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT03 PHN 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 LT03 PHN?

LT03 PHN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.