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LW03 NBG

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 113,997 miles on the clock, averaging 10,335 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for LW03 NBG

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,997
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,335

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,997 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,584
Average per year10,335
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LW03 NBG 22k45k68k91k114k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,997 miles
Since last MOT+17,584 miles
PASS
Mileage96,413 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,379 miles
Since last MOT+4,735 miles
PASS
Mileage91,644 miles
Since last MOT+299 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,345 miles
Since last MOT+8,452 miles
PASS
Mileage82,893 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,879 miles
Since last MOT+8,621 miles
PASS
Mileage74,258 miles
Since last MOT+5,322 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,936 miles
Since last MOT+10,476 miles
PASS
Mileage58,460 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,460 miles
Since last MOT+9,341 miles
PASS
Mileage49,119 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,119 miles
Since last MOT+19,428 miles
PASS
Mileage29,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,691 miles
Since last MOT+7,664 miles
PASS
Mileage22,027 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,027 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

RegistrationLW03 NBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLW — Sidcup, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LW03 NBG

What car is LW03 NBG?

LW03 NBG is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LW03 NBG?

The last recorded mileage for LW03 NBG was 113,997 miles, recorded on 27 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LW03 NBG passed its MOT?

LW03 NBG has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 May 2015.

Is LW03 NBG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW03 NBG 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 LW03 NBG?

LW03 NBG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.