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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 80,407 miles on the clock, averaging 6,812 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 LXW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,812 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LX03 LXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About LX03 LXW
What car is LX03 LXW?
LX03 LXW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LX03 LXW?
The last recorded mileage for LX03 LXW was 80,407 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX03 LXW passed its MOT?
LX03 LXW has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2015.
Is LX03 LXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX03 LXW 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 LXW?
LX03 LXW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.