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LT53 WNK

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 73,874 miles on the clock, averaging 3,766 miles per year, well below 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 WNK

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,874
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,766

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

Low mileage
Latest reading73,874 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,766
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 WNK 13k28k43k59k74k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,874 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,874 miles
Since last MOT+8,002 miles
PASS
Mileage65,872 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,872 miles
Since last MOT+6,926 miles
PASS
Mileage58,946 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,940 miles
Since last MOT+1,317 miles
PASS
Mileage57,623 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,623 miles
Since last MOT+4,203 miles
PASS
Mileage53,420 miles
Since last MOT+3,688 miles
PASS
Mileage49,732 miles
Since last MOT+5,835 miles
PASS
Mileage43,897 miles
Since last MOT+2,653 miles
PASS
Mileage41,244 miles
Since last MOT+3,503 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,741 miles
Since last MOT+2,299 miles
PASS
Mileage35,442 miles
Since last MOT+1,710 miles
PASS
Mileage33,732 miles
Since last MOT+1,978 miles
PASS
Mileage31,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,754 miles
Since last MOT+7,337 miles
PASS
Mileage24,417 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,715 miles
PASS
Mileage20,673 miles
Since last MOT+3,443 miles
PASS
Mileage17,230 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage17,230 miles
Since last MOT+4,384 miles
PASS
Mileage12,846 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 WNK
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 WNK

What car is LT53 WNK?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 WNK?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 WNK was 73,874 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 WNK passed its MOT?

LT53 WNK has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2022.

Is LT53 WNK ULEZ compliant?

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

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