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LT53 VVF

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 103,985 miles on the clock, averaging 5,912 miles per year, 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 VVF

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,985
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
5,912

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading103,985 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,871
Average per year5,912
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 VVF 25k44k64k84k104k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,985 miles
Since last MOT+2,871 miles
PASS
Mileage101,114 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,114 miles
Since last MOT+3,596 miles
PASS
Mileage97,518 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,504 miles
Since last MOT+67,804 miles
PASS
Mileage29,700 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,700 miles
PASS
Mileage86,160 miles
Since last MOT+5,642 miles
PASS
Mileage80,518 miles
Since last MOT+4,786 miles
PASS
Mileage75,732 miles
Since last MOT+3,724 miles
PASS
Mileage72,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,397 miles
PASS
Mileage67,611 miles
Since last MOT+8,663 miles
PASS
Mileage58,948 miles
Since last MOT+11,788 miles
PASS
Mileage47,160 miles
Since last MOT+15,782 miles
PASS
Mileage31,378 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,378 miles
Since last MOT+6,817 miles
PASS
Mileage24,561 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,561 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 VVF
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 VVF

What car is LT53 VVF?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 VVF?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 VVF was 103,985 miles, recorded on 6 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 VVF passed its MOT?

LT53 VVF has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Mar 2020.

Is LT53 VVF ULEZ compliant?

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

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