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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 76,887 miles on the clock, averaging 6,443 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 AP03 FBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 76,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,408 |
| Average per year | 6,443 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | AP03 FBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About AP03 FBU
What car is AP03 FBU?
AP03 FBU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AP03 FBU?
The last recorded mileage for AP03 FBU was 76,887 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP03 FBU passed its MOT?
AP03 FBU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2017.
Is AP03 FBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP03 FBU 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 AP03 FBU?
AP03 FBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.