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LT53 WNO

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 186,940 miles on the clock, averaging 11,388 miles per year, above 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 WNO

MOT Status
Due date passed
186,940
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
11,388

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading186,940 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,388
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 WNO 23k64k105k146k187k '06'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage186,940 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage186,940 miles
Since last MOT+751 miles
PASS
Mileage186,189 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage186,187 miles
Since last MOT+18,169 miles
PASS
Mileage168,018 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,014 miles
Since last MOT+17,487 miles
PASS
Mileage150,527 miles
Since last MOT+23,803 miles
PASS
Mileage126,724 miles
Since last MOT+16,562 miles
PASS
Mileage110,162 miles
Since last MOT+19,265 miles
PASS
Mileage90,897 miles
Since last MOT+16,831 miles
PASS
Mileage74,066 miles
Since last MOT+14,784 miles
PASS
Mileage59,282 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,282 miles
Since last MOT+4,179 miles
PASS
Mileage55,103 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,103 miles
Since last MOT+9,127 miles
PASS
Mileage45,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,976 miles
Since last MOT+8,106 miles
PASS
Mileage37,870 miles
Since last MOT+5,966 miles
PASS
Mileage31,904 miles
Since last MOT+4,859 miles
PASS
Mileage27,045 miles
Since last MOT+3,974 miles
PASS
Mileage23,071 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 WNO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLT — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LT53 WNO

What car is LT53 WNO?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 WNO?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 WNO was 186,940 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 WNO passed its MOT?

LT53 WNO has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2021.

Is LT53 WNO ULEZ compliant?

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

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