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LT53 NRV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 26,441 miles on the clock, averaging 1,299 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 NRV

MOT Status
Due date passed
26,441
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
1,299

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 reading26,441 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,299
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 NRV 4k10k15k21k26k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage26,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,441 miles
Since last MOT+2,516 miles
PASS
Mileage23,925 miles
Since last MOT+963 miles
PASS
Mileage22,962 miles
Since last MOT+1,463 miles
PASS
Mileage21,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,499 miles
Since last MOT+1,565 miles
PASS
Mileage19,934 miles
Since last MOT+2,514 miles
PASS
Mileage17,420 miles
Since last MOT+1,006 miles
PASS
Mileage16,414 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,414 miles
Since last MOT+2,214 miles
PASS
Mileage14,200 miles
Since last MOT+1,854 miles
PASS
Mileage12,346 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,346 miles
PASS
Mileage27,254 miles
Since last MOT+18,688 miles
PASS
Mileage8,566 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
PASS
Mileage8,379 miles
Since last MOT+440 miles
PASS
Mileage7,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage7,939 miles
Since last MOT+514 miles
PASS
Mileage7,425 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage7,424 miles
Since last MOT+616 miles
FAIL
Mileage6,808 miles
Since last MOT+858 miles
PASS
Mileage5,950 miles
Since last MOT+519 miles
PASS
Mileage5,431 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage5,431 miles
Since last MOT+1,140 miles
PASS
Mileage4,291 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 NRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LT53 NRV

What car is LT53 NRV?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 NRV?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 NRV was 26,441 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 NRV passed its MOT?

LT53 NRV has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2023.

Is LT53 NRV ULEZ compliant?

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

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