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LX03 TXC

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 100,720 miles on the clock, averaging 6,668 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 TXC

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,720
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,668

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading100,720 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,970
Average per year6,668
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX03 TXC 14k35k57k79k101k '06'19'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,720 miles
Since last MOT+7,970 miles
PASS
Mileage92,750 miles
Since last MOT+7,336 miles
PASS
Mileage85,414 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,380 miles
Since last MOT+10,008 miles
PASS
Mileage75,372 miles
Since last MOT+10,180 miles
PASS
Mileage65,192 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,192 miles
Since last MOT+8,501 miles
PASS
Mileage56,691 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,685 miles
Since last MOT+6,789 miles
PASS
Mileage49,896 miles
Since last MOT+2,391 miles
PASS
Mileage47,505 miles
Since last MOT+4,042 miles
PASS
Mileage43,463 miles
Since last MOT+4,453 miles
PASS
Mileage39,010 miles
Since last MOT+5,409 miles
PASS
Mileage33,601 miles
Since last MOT+5,016 miles
PASS
Mileage28,585 miles
Since last MOT+7,232 miles
PASS
Mileage21,353 miles
Since last MOT+7,670 miles
PASS
Mileage13,683 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 TXC
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 TXC

What car is LX03 TXC?

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

What is the mileage of LX03 TXC?

The last recorded mileage for LX03 TXC was 100,720 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX03 TXC passed its MOT?

LX03 TXC has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2019.

Is LX03 TXC ULEZ compliant?

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

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