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LX03 UER

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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 58,247 miles on the clock, averaging 4,503 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 UER

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,247
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2007
82%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
4,503

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,247 miles
Reading date
Miles last year174
Average per year4,503
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for LX03 UER 19k29k39k49k58k '07'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,247 miles
Since last MOT+174 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,073 miles
Since last MOT+6,507 miles
PASS
Mileage51,566 miles
Since last MOT+2,431 miles
PASS
Mileage49,135 miles
Since last MOT+3,604 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,531 miles
Since last MOT+4,638 miles
PASS
Mileage40,893 miles
Since last MOT+4,898 miles
PASS
Mileage35,995 miles
Since last MOT+4,660 miles
PASS
Mileage31,335 miles
Since last MOT+5,887 miles
PASS
Mileage25,448 miles
Since last MOT+4,100 miles
PASS
Mileage21,348 miles
Since last MOT+1,971 miles
PASS
Mileage19,377 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 UER
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 UER

What car is LX03 UER?

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

What is the mileage of LX03 UER?

The last recorded mileage for LX03 UER was 58,247 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX03 UER passed its MOT?

LX03 UER has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2015.

Is LX03 UER ULEZ compliant?

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

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