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LT53 WNR

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 122,462 miles on the clock, averaging 9,147 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 WNR

MOT Status
Due date passed
122,462
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
9,147

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 reading122,462 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,147
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LT53 WNR 17k43k70k96k122k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage122,462 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,461 miles
Since last MOT+7,614 miles
PASS
Mileage114,847 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,823 miles
Since last MOT+9,052 miles
PASS
Mileage105,771 miles
Since last MOT+14,864 miles
PASS
Mileage90,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,907 miles
Since last MOT+16,195 miles
PASS
Mileage74,712 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,712 miles
Since last MOT+17,601 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,111 miles
Since last MOT+4,420 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,691 miles
Since last MOT+6,344 miles
PASS
Mileage46,347 miles
Since last MOT+7,169 miles
PASS
Mileage39,178 miles
Since last MOT+5,955 miles
PASS
Mileage33,223 miles
Since last MOT+9,485 miles
PASS
Mileage23,738 miles
Since last MOT+6,843 miles
PASS
Mileage16,895 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 WNR
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 WNR

What car is LT53 WNR?

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

What is the mileage of LT53 WNR?

The last recorded mileage for LT53 WNR was 122,462 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LT53 WNR passed its MOT?

LT53 WNR has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2018.

Is LT53 WNR ULEZ compliant?

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

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