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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 19,544 miles on the clock, averaging 676 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 XNY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 19,544 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,099 |
| Average per year | 676 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XNY |
| 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 XNY
What car is BW03 XNY?
BW03 XNY is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW03 XNY?
The last recorded mileage for BW03 XNY was 19,544 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW03 XNY passed its MOT?
BW03 XNY has had 21 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (20 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Nov 2025.
Is BW03 XNY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW03 XNY 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 XNY?
BW03 XNY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.