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 1198cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 10 (67% pass rate). It has 73,352 miles on the clock, averaging 3,335 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for LX53 BUF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,352 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,343 |
| Average per year | 3,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LX53 BUF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LX53 BUF
What car is LX53 BUF?
LX53 BUF is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LX53 BUF?
The last recorded mileage for LX53 BUF was 73,352 miles, recorded on 29 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX53 BUF passed its MOT?
LX53 BUF has had 30 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (20 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 29 Aug 2025.
Is LX53 BUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX53 BUF 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 LX53 BUF?
LX53 BUF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.