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LT53 NPO

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 94,002 miles on the clock, averaging 4,933 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 NPO

MOT Status
Due date passed
94,002
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,933

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 reading94,002 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,933
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 NPO 33k48k64k79k94k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage94,002 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,002 miles
Since last MOT+4,958 miles
PASS
Mileage89,044 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,041 miles
Since last MOT+2,906 miles
PASS
Mileage86,135 miles
Since last MOT+1,294 miles
PASS
Mileage84,841 miles
Since last MOT+1,367 miles
PASS
Mileage83,474 miles
Since last MOT+3,947 miles
PASS
Mileage79,527 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,516 miles
Since last MOT+9,177 miles
PASS
Mileage70,339 miles
Since last MOT+3,886 miles
PASS
Mileage66,453 miles
Since last MOT+5,342 miles
PASS
Mileage61,111 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,084 miles
Since last MOT+4,904 miles
PASS
Mileage56,180 miles
Since last MOT+82 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,098 miles
Since last MOT+6,956 miles
PASS
Mileage49,142 miles
Since last MOT+7,120 miles
PASS
Mileage42,022 miles
Since last MOT+8,804 miles
PASS
Mileage33,218 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 NPO
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 NPO

What car is LT53 NPO?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 NPO?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 NPO was 94,002 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 NPO passed its MOT?

LT53 NPO has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2018.

Is LT53 NPO ULEZ compliant?

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

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