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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 105,050 miles on the clock, averaging 5,663 miles per year, 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 BT03 MUP
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,050 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,468 |
| Average per year | 5,663 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT03 MUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BT03 MUP
What car is BT03 MUP?
BT03 MUP is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BT03 MUP?
The last recorded mileage for BT03 MUP was 105,050 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT03 MUP passed its MOT?
BT03 MUP has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 23 Apr 2020.
Is BT03 MUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT03 MUP 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 BT03 MUP?
BT03 MUP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.