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LT53 UEX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 89,499 miles on the clock, averaging 3,871 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 UEX

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,499
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,871

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,499 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,871
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 UEX 24k40k57k73k89k '06'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,499 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,499 miles
Since last MOT+5,070 miles
PASS
Mileage84,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,429 miles
Since last MOT+1,765 miles
PASS
Mileage82,664 miles
Since last MOT+1,539 miles
PASS
Mileage81,125 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,125 miles
Since last MOT+1,533 miles
PASS
Mileage79,592 miles
Since last MOT+6,691 miles
PASS
Mileage72,901 miles
Since last MOT+1,690 miles
PASS
Mileage71,211 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,207 miles
Since last MOT+1,863 miles
PASS
Mileage69,344 miles
Since last MOT+1,058 miles
PASS
Mileage68,286 miles
Since last MOT+2,012 miles
PASS
Mileage66,274 miles
Since last MOT+6,052 miles
PASS
Mileage60,222 miles
Since last MOT+5,804 miles
PASS
Mileage54,418 miles
Since last MOT+5,732 miles
PASS
Mileage48,686 miles
Since last MOT+5,217 miles
PASS
Mileage43,469 miles
Since last MOT+5,827 miles
PASS
Mileage37,642 miles
Since last MOT+6,777 miles
PASS
Mileage30,865 miles
Since last MOT+6,915 miles
PASS
Mileage23,950 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 UEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LT53 UEX

What car is LT53 UEX?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 UEX?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 UEX was 89,499 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 UEX passed its MOT?

LT53 UEX has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2023.

Is LT53 UEX ULEZ compliant?

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

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