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LX03 LWW

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Sidcup, 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 81,071 miles on the clock, averaging 5,008 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 LX03 LWW

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,071
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
5,008

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading81,071 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,104
Average per year5,008
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX03 LWW 23k37k52k66k81k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,071 miles
Since last MOT+3,104 miles
PASS
Mileage77,967 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,967 miles
Since last MOT+3,852 miles
PASS
Mileage74,115 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,115 miles
Since last MOT+2,867 miles
PASS
Mileage71,248 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,247 miles
Since last MOT+3,026 miles
PASS
Mileage68,221 miles
Since last MOT+10,247 miles
PASS
Mileage57,974 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,969 miles
Since last MOT+5,827 miles
PASS
Mileage52,142 miles
Since last MOT+2,445 miles
PASS
Mileage49,697 miles
Since last MOT+2,035 miles
PASS
Mileage47,662 miles
Since last MOT+10,172 miles
PASS
Mileage37,490 miles
Since last MOT+9,333 miles
PASS
Mileage28,157 miles
Since last MOT+4,998 miles
PASS
Mileage23,159 miles
Since last MOT+389 miles
PASS
Mileage22,770 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,770 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 LWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About LX03 LWW

What car is LX03 LWW?

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

What is the mileage of LX03 LWW?

The last recorded mileage for LX03 LWW was 81,071 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX03 LWW passed its MOT?

LX03 LWW has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2017.

Is LX03 LWW ULEZ compliant?

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

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