Vehicle summary
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 2004 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 135,499 miles on the clock, averaging 6,489 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LW53 BVC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,265 |
| Average per year | 6,489 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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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
| Registration | LW53 BVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LW53 BVC
What car is LW53 BVC?
LW53 BVC is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2004.
What is the mileage of LW53 BVC?
The last recorded mileage for LW53 BVC was 135,499 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW53 BVC passed its MOT?
LW53 BVC has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2025.
Is LW53 BVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW53 BVC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LW53 BVC?
LW53 BVC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.