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LT03 UKW

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 53,992 miles on the clock, averaging 3,717 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 LT03 UKW

MOT Status
Due date passed
53,992
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
3,717

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading53,992 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,816
Average per year3,717
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 UKW 12k22k33k43k54k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage53,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,816 miles
PASS
Mileage51,176 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,176 miles
Since last MOT+2,760 miles
PASS
Mileage48,416 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,416 miles
Since last MOT+3,741 miles
PASS
Mileage44,675 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,675 miles
Since last MOT+7,817 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,858 miles
Since last MOT+4,383 miles
PASS
Mileage32,475 miles
Since last MOT+4,119 miles
PASS
Mileage28,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,067 miles
PASS
Mileage24,289 miles
Since last MOT+4,047 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,242 miles
Since last MOT+4,994 miles
PASS
Mileage15,248 miles
Since last MOT+3,498 miles
PASS
Mileage11,750 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 UKW
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 UKW

What car is LT03 UKW?

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

What is the mileage of LT03 UKW?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 UKW was 53,992 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 UKW passed its MOT?

LT03 UKW has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2017.

Is LT03 UKW ULEZ compliant?

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

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