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LT03 XES

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Purple Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourPurple
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 112,598 miles on the clock, averaging 5,250 miles per year, 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 XES

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,598
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,250

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 reading112,598 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,250
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT03 XES 36k55k74k93k113k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,598 miles
Since last MOT+7,799 miles
PASS
Mileage104,799 miles
Since last MOT+5,222 miles
PASS
Mileage99,577 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage97,234 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,234 miles
Since last MOT+2,773 miles
PASS
Mileage94,461 miles
Since last MOT+2,119 miles
PASS
Mileage92,342 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,342 miles
Since last MOT+2,190 miles
PASS
Mileage90,152 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,148 miles
Since last MOT+3,109 miles
PASS
Mileage87,039 miles
Since last MOT+7,371 miles
PASS
Mileage79,668 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,668 miles
Since last MOT+13,604 miles
PASS
Mileage66,064 miles
Since last MOT+6,876 miles
PASS
Mileage59,188 miles
Since last MOT+5,016 miles
PASS
Mileage54,172 miles
Since last MOT+10,481 miles
PASS
Mileage43,691 miles
Since last MOT+5,506 miles
PASS
Mileage38,185 miles
Since last MOT+2,173 miles
PASS
Mileage36,012 miles
Since last MOT+47 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,965 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 XES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LT03 XES

What car is LT03 XES?

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

What is the mileage of LT03 XES?

The last recorded mileage for LT03 XES was 112,598 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT03 XES passed its MOT?

LT03 XES has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2020.

Is LT03 XES ULEZ compliant?

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

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