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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 91,255 miles on the clock, averaging 6,192 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 BV03 VFY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 6,192 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 VFY |
| 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 VFY
What car is BV03 VFY?
BV03 VFY is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV03 VFY?
The last recorded mileage for BV03 VFY was 91,255 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV03 VFY passed its MOT?
BV03 VFY has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2017.
Is BV03 VFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV03 VFY 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 VFY?
BV03 VFY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.