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LX03 HKE

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Sidcup, 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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 71,236 miles on the clock, averaging 2,447 miles per year, well 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 LX03 HKE

MOT Status
Due date passed
71,236
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,447

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading71,236 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,447
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX03 HKE 25k37k48k60k71k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage71,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,236 miles
Since last MOT+2,692 miles
PASS
Mileage68,544 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,543 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,538 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage67,010 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,009 miles
Since last MOT+2,570 miles
PASS
Mileage64,439 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,436 miles
Since last MOT+843 miles
PASS
Mileage63,593 miles
Since last MOT+875 miles
PASS
Mileage62,718 miles
Since last MOT+837 miles
PASS
Mileage61,881 miles
Since last MOT+1,522 miles
PASS
Mileage60,359 miles
Since last MOT+3,386 miles
PASS
Mileage56,973 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,973 miles
Since last MOT+5,933 miles
PASS
Mileage51,040 miles
Since last MOT+3,893 miles
PASS
Mileage47,147 miles
Since last MOT+1,416 miles
PASS
Mileage45,731 miles
Since last MOT+1,694 miles
PASS
Mileage44,037 miles
Since last MOT+2,204 miles
PASS
Mileage41,833 miles
Since last MOT+2,411 miles
PASS
Mileage39,422 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,421 miles
Since last MOT+5,981 miles
PASS
Mileage33,440 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,438 miles
Since last MOT+8,047 miles
PASS
Mileage25,391 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

RegistrationLX03 HKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LX03 HKE

What car is LX03 HKE?

LX03 HKE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LX03 HKE?

The last recorded mileage for LX03 HKE was 71,236 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX03 HKE passed its MOT?

LX03 HKE has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Dec 2024.

Is LX03 HKE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX03 HKE 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 LX03 HKE?

LX03 HKE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.