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DC03 DYB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 127,680 miles on the clock, averaging 6,398 miles per year, below 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 DC03 DYB

MOT Status
Due date passed
127,680
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
6,398

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading127,680 miles
Reading date
Miles last year34
Average per year6,398
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DC03 DYB 8k38k68k98k128k '06'25'18

Check DC03 DYB

Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage127,680 miles
Since last MOT+34 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,646 miles
Since last MOT+32 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,614 miles
Since last MOT+11,321 miles
PASS
Mileage116,293 miles
Since last MOT+2,949 miles
PASS
Mileage113,344 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,344 miles
Since last MOT+12,169 miles
PASS
Mileage101,175 miles
Since last MOT+13,194 miles
PASS
Mileage87,981 miles
Since last MOT+62 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,919 miles
Since last MOT+6,055 miles
PASS
Mileage81,864 miles
Since last MOT+2,992 miles
PASS
Mileage78,872 miles
Since last MOT+8,343 miles
PASS
Mileage70,529 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,529 miles
Since last MOT+10,594 miles
PASS
Mileage59,935 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,934 miles
Since last MOT+17,167 miles
PASS
Mileage42,767 miles
Since last MOT+17,884 miles
PASS
Mileage24,883 miles
Since last MOT+5,488 miles
PASS
Mileage19,395 miles
Since last MOT+1,528 miles
PASS
Mileage17,867 miles
Since last MOT+1,504 miles
PASS
Mileage16,363 miles
Since last MOT+1,722 miles
PASS
Mileage14,641 miles
Since last MOT+1,401 miles
PASS
Mileage13,240 miles
Since last MOT+1,808 miles
PASS
Mileage11,432 miles
Since last MOT+1,316 miles
PASS
Mileage10,116 miles
Since last MOT+1,184 miles
PASS
Mileage8,932 miles
Since last MOT+1,390 miles
PASS
Mileage7,542 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

RegistrationDC03 DYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DC03 DYB

What car is DC03 DYB?

DC03 DYB is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DC03 DYB?

The last recorded mileage for DC03 DYB was 127,680 miles, recorded on 7 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DC03 DYB passed its MOT?

DC03 DYB has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2025.

Is DC03 DYB ULEZ compliant?

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

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