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 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 96,426 miles on the clock, averaging 5,352 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 BW03 UCU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,426 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,457 |
| Average per year | 5,352 |
| 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 | BW03 UCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BW03 UCU
What car is BW03 UCU?
BW03 UCU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW03 UCU?
The last recorded mileage for BW03 UCU was 96,426 miles, recorded on 17 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW03 UCU passed its MOT?
BW03 UCU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 17 Jun 2020.
Is BW03 UCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW03 UCU 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 BW03 UCU?
BW03 UCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.