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LT53 VXU

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 55,179 miles on the clock, averaging 3,222 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 VXU

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,179
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
3,222

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 reading55,179 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,034
Average per year3,222
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 VXU 18k27k36k46k55k '06'18'11

Check LT53 VXU

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage55,179 miles
Since last MOT+5,034 miles
PASS
Mileage50,145 miles
Since last MOT+5,271 miles
PASS
Mileage44,874 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,874 miles
Since last MOT+5,670 miles
PASS
Mileage39,204 miles
Since last MOT+1,551 miles
PASS
Mileage37,653 miles
Since last MOT+2,060 miles
PASS
Mileage35,593 miles
Since last MOT+1,885 miles
PASS
Mileage33,708 miles
Since last MOT+1,941 miles
PASS
Mileage31,767 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,767 miles
Since last MOT+4,510 miles
PASS
Mileage27,257 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,589 miles
PASS
Mileage24,668 miles
Since last MOT+2,142 miles
PASS
Mileage22,526 miles
Since last MOT+4,796 miles
PASS
Mileage17,730 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 VXU
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 VXU

What car is LT53 VXU?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 VXU?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 VXU was 55,179 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 VXU passed its MOT?

LT53 VXU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 14 Apr 2018.

Is LT53 VXU ULEZ compliant?

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

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