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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 54,669 miles on the clock, averaging 2,992 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 BV03 VEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,669 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,090 |
| Average per year | 2,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | BV03 VEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BV03 VEA
What car is BV03 VEA?
BV03 VEA is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV03 VEA?
The last recorded mileage for BV03 VEA was 54,669 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV03 VEA passed its MOT?
BV03 VEA has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Mar 2019.
Is BV03 VEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV03 VEA 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 BV03 VEA?
BV03 VEA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.