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 1200cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 68,984 miles on the clock, averaging 4,615 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 BL03 ETA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,984 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 4,615 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | BL03 ETA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BL03 ETA
What car is BL03 ETA?
BL03 ETA is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL03 ETA?
The last recorded mileage for BL03 ETA was 68,984 miles, recorded on 1 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL03 ETA passed its MOT?
BL03 ETA has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 1 Jun 2018.
Is BL03 ETA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL03 ETA 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 BL03 ETA?
BL03 ETA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.