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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 95,891 miles on the clock, averaging 4,416 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 CU03 OWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 95,891 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,732 |
| Average per year | 4,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | CU03 OWY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About CU03 OWY
What car is CU03 OWY?
CU03 OWY is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CU03 OWY?
The last recorded mileage for CU03 OWY was 95,891 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU03 OWY passed its MOT?
CU03 OWY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2017.
Is CU03 OWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU03 OWY 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 CU03 OWY?
CU03 OWY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.