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DC03 BFL

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 1198cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 91,360 miles on the clock, averaging 13,917 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for DC03 BFL

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,360
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
13,917

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading91,360 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,917
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DC03 BFL 41k53k66k79k91k '06'10'09

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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,360 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,360 miles
Since last MOT+4,154 miles
PASS
Mileage87,206 miles
Since last MOT+12,993 miles
PASS
Mileage74,213 miles
Since last MOT+16,535 miles
PASS
Mileage57,678 miles
Since last MOT+17,034 miles
PASS
Mileage40,644 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC03 BFL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DC03 BFL

What car is DC03 BFL?

DC03 BFL is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DC03 BFL?

The last recorded mileage for DC03 BFL was 91,360 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DC03 BFL passed its MOT?

DC03 BFL has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Mar 2010.

Is DC03 BFL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC03 BFL 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 DC03 BFL?

DC03 BFL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.