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LX53 GYT

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Grey Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourGrey
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 1198cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 82,397 miles on the clock, averaging 3,053 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 GYT

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,397
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
3,053

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,397 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,053
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX53 GYT 29k42k56k69k82k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,397 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,397 miles
Since last MOT+15,016 miles
PASS
Mileage67,381 miles
Since last MOT+13,248 miles
PASS
Mileage54,133 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
PASS
Mileage54,013 miles
Since last MOT+1,224 miles
PASS
Mileage52,789 miles
Since last MOT+479 miles
PASS
Mileage52,310 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,309 miles
Since last MOT+179 miles
PASS
Mileage52,130 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,129 miles
Since last MOT+176 miles
PASS
Mileage51,953 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,953 miles
Since last MOT+393 miles
PASS
Mileage51,560 miles
Since last MOT+401 miles
PASS
Mileage51,159 miles
Since last MOT+214 miles
PASS
Mileage50,945 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,944 miles
Since last MOT+1,589 miles
PASS
Mileage49,355 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,355 miles
Since last MOT+1,947 miles
PASS
Mileage47,408 miles
Since last MOT+1,963 miles
PASS
Mileage45,445 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,445 miles
Since last MOT+1,927 miles
PASS
Mileage43,518 miles
Since last MOT+3,123 miles
PASS
Mileage40,395 miles
Since last MOT+5,278 miles
PASS
Mileage35,117 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,117 miles
Since last MOT+6,077 miles
PASS
Mileage29,040 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 GYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LX53 GYT

What car is LX53 GYT?

LX53 GYT is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LX53 GYT?

The last recorded mileage for LX53 GYT was 82,397 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX53 GYT passed its MOT?

LX53 GYT has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2024.

Is LX53 GYT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX53 GYT 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 GYT?

LX53 GYT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.