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LX53 GZH

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 63,194 miles on the clock, averaging 2,501 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 GZH

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
63,194
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,501

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

Low mileage
Latest reading63,194 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,539
Average per year2,501
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX53 GZH 16k28k39k51k63k '06'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,194 miles
Since last MOT+4,539 miles
PASS
Mileage58,655 miles
Since last MOT+1,131 miles
PASS
Mileage57,524 miles
Since last MOT+1,028 miles
PASS
Mileage56,496 miles
Since last MOT+2,913 miles
PASS
Mileage53,583 miles
Since last MOT+402 miles
PASS
Mileage53,181 miles
Since last MOT+427 miles
PASS
Mileage52,754 miles
Since last MOT+1,511 miles
PASS
Mileage51,243 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,243 miles
Since last MOT+1,644 miles
PASS
Mileage49,599 miles
Since last MOT+1,901 miles
PASS
Mileage47,698 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,698 miles
Since last MOT+1,930 miles
PASS
Mileage45,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,768 miles
Since last MOT+2,292 miles
PASS
Mileage43,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,476 miles
Since last MOT+2,462 miles
PASS
Mileage41,014 miles
Since last MOT+1,991 miles
PASS
Mileage39,023 miles
Since last MOT+3,428 miles
PASS
Mileage35,595 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,595 miles
Since last MOT+3,057 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,538 miles
Since last MOT+2,514 miles
PASS
Mileage30,024 miles
Since last MOT+3,825 miles
PASS
Mileage26,199 miles
Since last MOT+4,440 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,759 miles
Since last MOT+6,041 miles
PASS
Mileage15,718 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 GZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LX53 GZH

What car is LX53 GZH?

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

What is the mileage of LX53 GZH?

The last recorded mileage for LX53 GZH was 63,194 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX53 GZH passed its MOT?

LX53 GZH has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.

Is LX53 GZH ULEZ compliant?

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

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