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AP03 FZC

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 83,349 miles on the clock, averaging 4,534 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AP03 FZC

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,349
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,534

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 reading83,349 miles
Reading date
Miles last year50
Average per year4,534
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 FZC 15k32k49k66k83k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,349 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,299 miles
Since last MOT+10,236 miles
PASS
Mileage73,063 miles
Since last MOT+10,945 miles
PASS
Mileage62,118 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,117 miles
Since last MOT+5,081 miles
PASS
Mileage57,036 miles
Since last MOT+4,324 miles
PASS
Mileage52,712 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,711 miles
Since last MOT+3,547 miles
PASS
Mileage49,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,164 miles
Since last MOT+7,279 miles
PASS
Mileage41,885 miles
Since last MOT+1,776 miles
PASS
Mileage40,109 miles
Since last MOT+1,351 miles
PASS
Mileage38,758 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,758 miles
Since last MOT+892 miles
PASS
Mileage37,866 miles
Since last MOT+609 miles
PASS
Mileage37,257 miles
Since last MOT+2,121 miles
PASS
Mileage35,136 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,136 miles
Since last MOT+5,080 miles
PASS
Mileage30,056 miles
Since last MOT+4,549 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,507 miles
Since last MOT+6,402 miles
PASS
Mileage19,105 miles
Since last MOT+4,199 miles
PASS
Mileage14,906 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 FZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AP03 FZC

What car is AP03 FZC?

AP03 FZC is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AP03 FZC?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 FZC was 83,349 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 FZC passed its MOT?

AP03 FZC has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2021.

Is AP03 FZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP03 FZC 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 FZC?

AP03 FZC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.