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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 47,864 miles on the clock, averaging 4,280 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 BW03 UFS
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 47,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,364 |
| Average per year | 4,280 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 UFS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 UFS
What car is BW03 UFS?
BW03 UFS is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW03 UFS?
The last recorded mileage for BW03 UFS was 47,864 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW03 UFS passed its MOT?
BW03 UFS has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 18 Jul 2013.
Is BW03 UFS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW03 UFS 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 UFS?
BW03 UFS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.