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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 9 (63% pass rate). It has 173,954 miles on the clock, averaging 9,970 miles per year, above 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 VPT
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
Above average| Latest reading | 173,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,264 |
| Average per year | 9,970 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 VPT |
| 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 VPT
What car is BV03 VPT?
BV03 VPT is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV03 VPT?
The last recorded mileage for BV03 VPT was 173,954 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV03 VPT passed its MOT?
BV03 VPT has had 24 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (15 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 23 Nov 2021.
Is BV03 VPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV03 VPT 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 VPT?
BV03 VPT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.