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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 12 (60% pass rate). It has 151,220 miles on the clock, averaging 6,691 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 AX03 XSH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 151,220 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,999 |
| Average per year | 6,691 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | AX03 XSH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About AX03 XSH
What car is AX03 XSH?
AX03 XSH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AX03 XSH?
The last recorded mileage for AX03 XSH was 151,220 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX03 XSH passed its MOT?
AX03 XSH has had 30 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (18 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is AX03 XSH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 XSH 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 AX03 XSH?
AX03 XSH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.