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LT53 WNP

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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 127,617 miles on the clock, averaging 6,840 miles per year, 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 WNP

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,617
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,840

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading127,617 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year6,840
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 WNP 10k39k69k98k128k '06'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,617 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,599 miles
Since last MOT+4,862 miles
PASS
Mileage122,737 miles
Since last MOT+5,185 miles
PASS
Mileage117,552 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,552 miles
Since last MOT+8,731 miles
PASS
Mileage108,821 miles
Since last MOT+11,014 miles
PASS
Mileage97,807 miles
Since last MOT+14,774 miles
PASS
Mileage83,033 miles
Since last MOT+14,251 miles
PASS
Mileage68,782 miles
Since last MOT+14,932 miles
PASS
Mileage53,850 miles
Since last MOT+12,794 miles
PASS
Mileage41,056 miles
Since last MOT+4,543 miles
PASS
Mileage36,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,513 miles
Since last MOT+4,387 miles
PASS
Mileage32,126 miles
Since last MOT+2,718 miles
PASS
Mileage29,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,408 miles
Since last MOT+4,075 miles
PASS
Mileage25,333 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,333 miles
Since last MOT+3,167 miles
PASS
Mileage22,166 miles
Since last MOT+3,329 miles
PASS
Mileage18,837 miles
Since last MOT+2,817 miles
PASS
Mileage16,020 miles
Since last MOT+2,128 miles
PASS
Mileage13,892 miles
Since last MOT+4,083 miles
PASS
Mileage9,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage9,809 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 WNP
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 WNP

What car is LT53 WNP?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 WNP?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 WNP was 127,617 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 WNP passed its MOT?

LT53 WNP has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2023.

Is LT53 WNP ULEZ compliant?

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

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