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LX53 GZA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 99,254 miles on the clock, averaging 5,294 miles per year, 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 GZA

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,254
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,294

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading99,254 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,181
Average per year5,294
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX53 GZA 20k40k60k79k99k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage99,254 miles
Since last MOT+6,181 miles
PASS
Mileage93,073 miles
Since last MOT+139 miles
FAIL
Mileage92,934 miles
Since last MOT+10,105 miles
PASS
Mileage82,829 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage75,880 miles
Since last MOT+5,247 miles
PASS
Mileage70,633 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,632 miles
Since last MOT+905 miles
PASS
Mileage69,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,727 miles
Since last MOT+8,020 miles
PASS
Mileage61,707 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,677 miles
Since last MOT+5,544 miles
PASS
Mileage56,133 miles
Since last MOT+3,841 miles
PASS
Mileage52,292 miles
Since last MOT+5,089 miles
PASS
Mileage47,203 miles
Since last MOT+1,166 miles
PASS
Mileage46,037 miles
Since last MOT+5,164 miles
PASS
Mileage40,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,873 miles
Since last MOT+5,248 miles
PASS
Mileage35,625 miles
Since last MOT+6,230 miles
PASS
Mileage29,395 miles
Since last MOT+3,955 miles
PASS
Mileage25,440 miles
Since last MOT+5,523 miles
PASS
Mileage19,917 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 GZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LX53 GZA

What car is LX53 GZA?

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

What is the mileage of LX53 GZA?

The last recorded mileage for LX53 GZA was 99,254 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX53 GZA passed its MOT?

LX53 GZA has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 20 Sep 2021.

Is LX53 GZA ULEZ compliant?

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

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