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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for BT03 RPU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,929 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,047 |
| Average per year | 6,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BT03 RPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BT03 RPU
What car is BT03 RPU?
BT03 RPU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
Has BT03 RPU passed its MOT?
BT03 RPU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 10 Oct 2016.
Is BT03 RPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT03 RPU 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 RPU?
BT03 RPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.