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LT53 VXH

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 111,750 miles on the clock, averaging 8,550 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LT53 VXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,750
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,550

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,750 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,822
Average per year8,550
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 VXH 20k43k66k89k112k '07'18'14

Check LT53 VXH

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,750 miles
Since last MOT+14,822 miles
PASS
Mileage96,928 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,928 miles
Since last MOT+5,108 miles
PASS
Mileage91,820 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,820 miles
Since last MOT+4,095 miles
PASS
Mileage87,725 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,725 miles
Since last MOT+9,440 miles
PASS
Mileage78,285 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,285 miles
Since last MOT+4,088 miles
PASS
Mileage74,197 miles
Since last MOT+8,328 miles
PASS
Mileage65,869 miles
Since last MOT+11,016 miles
PASS
Mileage54,853 miles
Since last MOT+12,573 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,280 miles
Since last MOT+10,332 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,948 miles
Since last MOT+9,549 miles
PASS
Mileage22,399 miles
Since last MOT+2,301 miles
PASS
Mileage20,098 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 VXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LT53 VXH

What car is LT53 VXH?

LT53 VXH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LT53 VXH?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 VXH was 111,750 miles, recorded on 12 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 VXH passed its MOT?

LT53 VXH has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2018.

Is LT53 VXH ULEZ compliant?

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

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