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LX53 GZJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 115,250 miles on the clock, averaging 7,046 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 GZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,250
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2007
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,046

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading115,250 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18,984
Average per year7,046
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX53 GZJ 27k49k71k93k115k '07'19'13

Check LX53 GZJ

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage115,250 miles
Since last MOT+18,984 miles
PASS
Mileage96,266 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,266 miles
Since last MOT+6,432 miles
PASS
Mileage89,834 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,802 miles
Since last MOT+4,915 miles
PASS
Mileage84,887 miles
Since last MOT+2,550 miles
PASS
Mileage82,337 miles
Since last MOT+3,828 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,509 miles
Since last MOT+3,900 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,609 miles
Since last MOT+13,049 miles
PASS
Mileage61,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,560 miles
Since last MOT+6,672 miles
PASS
Mileage54,888 miles
Since last MOT+6,856 miles
PASS
Mileage48,032 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,032 miles
Since last MOT+5,650 miles
PASS
Mileage42,382 miles
Since last MOT+6,590 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,792 miles
Since last MOT+8,882 miles
PASS
Mileage26,910 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 GZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LX53 GZJ

What car is LX53 GZJ?

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

What is the mileage of LX53 GZJ?

The last recorded mileage for LX53 GZJ was 115,250 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX53 GZJ passed its MOT?

LX53 GZJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 30 Jul 2019.

Is LX53 GZJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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