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LT53 LZK

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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 91,505 miles on the clock, averaging 4,559 miles per year, well 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 LT53 LZK

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,505
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,559

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

Low mileage
Latest reading91,505 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,559
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LT53 LZK 19k37k55k73k92k '06'22'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,505 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,504 miles
Since last MOT+4,624 miles
PASS
Mileage86,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,880 miles
Since last MOT+4,632 miles
PASS
Mileage82,248 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,246 miles
Since last MOT+7,114 miles
PASS
Mileage75,132 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,132 miles
Since last MOT+3,480 miles
PASS
Mileage71,652 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,652 miles
Since last MOT+3,128 miles
PASS
Mileage68,524 miles
Since last MOT+4,833 miles
PASS
Mileage63,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,691 miles
Since last MOT+6,536 miles
PASS
Mileage57,155 miles
Since last MOT+2,429 miles
PASS
Mileage54,726 miles
Since last MOT+2,217 miles
PASS
Mileage52,509 miles
Since last MOT+4,567 miles
PASS
Mileage47,942 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,379 miles
PASS
Mileage43,528 miles
Since last MOT+5,254 miles
PASS
Mileage38,274 miles
Since last MOT+5,619 miles
PASS
Mileage32,655 miles
Since last MOT+4,068 miles
PASS
Mileage28,587 miles
Since last MOT+3,815 miles
PASS
Mileage24,772 miles
Since last MOT+5,867 miles
PASS
Mileage18,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,905 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

RegistrationLT53 LZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LT53 LZK

What car is LT53 LZK?

LT53 LZK is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LT53 LZK?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 LZK was 91,505 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 LZK passed its MOT?

LT53 LZK has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2022.

Is LT53 LZK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LT53 LZK 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 LT53 LZK?

LT53 LZK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.