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CF03 JGU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 161,380 miles on the clock, averaging 10,400 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for CF03 JGU

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,380
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2009
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,400

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading161,380 miles
Reading date
Miles last year104
Average per year10,400
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CF03 JGU 99k115k130k146k161k '09'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,380 miles
Since last MOT+104 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,276 miles
Since last MOT+6,806 miles
PASS
Mileage154,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,470 miles
Since last MOT+6,549 miles
PASS
Mileage147,921 miles
Since last MOT+8,559 miles
PASS
Mileage139,362 miles
Since last MOT+383 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,979 miles
Since last MOT+11,625 miles
PASS
Mileage127,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,354 miles
Since last MOT+10,073 miles
PASS
Mileage117,281 miles
Since last MOT+138 miles
FAIL
Mileage117,143 miles
Since last MOT+18,126 miles
PASS
Mileage99,017 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF03 JGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCF — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About CF03 JGU

What car is CF03 JGU?

CF03 JGU is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.

What is the mileage of CF03 JGU?

The last recorded mileage for CF03 JGU was 161,380 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CF03 JGU passed its MOT?

CF03 JGU has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2015.

Is CF03 JGU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CF03 JGU 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 CF03 JGU?

CF03 JGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.