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LT53 UYD

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 74,634 miles on the clock, averaging 3,650 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 UYD

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,634
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,650

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading74,634 miles
Reading date
Miles last year77
Average per year3,650
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 UYD 9k25k42k58k75k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,634 miles
Since last MOT+77 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,557 miles
Since last MOT+2,913 miles
PASS
Mileage71,644 miles
Since last MOT+4,828 miles
PASS
Mileage66,816 miles
Since last MOT+4,679 miles
PASS
Mileage62,137 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage57,112 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,109 miles
Since last MOT+3,257 miles
PASS
Mileage53,852 miles
Since last MOT+5,211 miles
PASS
Mileage48,641 miles
Since last MOT+4,885 miles
PASS
Mileage43,756 miles
Since last MOT+6,973 miles
PASS
Mileage36,783 miles
Since last MOT+4,948 miles
PASS
Mileage31,835 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,835 miles
Since last MOT+4,374 miles
PASS
Mileage27,461 miles
Since last MOT+3,739 miles
PASS
Mileage23,722 miles
Since last MOT+1,769 miles
PASS
Mileage21,953 miles
Since last MOT+2,169 miles
PASS
Mileage19,784 miles
Since last MOT+2,293 miles
PASS
Mileage17,491 miles
Since last MOT+2,268 miles
PASS
Mileage15,223 miles
Since last MOT+2,775 miles
PASS
Mileage12,448 miles
Since last MOT+2,213 miles
PASS
Mileage10,235 miles
Since last MOT+1,565 miles
PASS
Mileage8,670 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage8,670 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 UYD
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 UYD

What car is LT53 UYD?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 UYD?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 UYD was 74,634 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 UYD passed its MOT?

LT53 UYD has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2024.

Is LT53 UYD ULEZ compliant?

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

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