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DF03 BOU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourWhite
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 121,110 miles on the clock, averaging 8,654 miles per year, around 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 DF03 BOU

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,110
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,654

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading121,110 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,654
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DF03 BOU 9k37k65k93k121k '06'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,110 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,110 miles
Since last MOT+6,218 miles
PASS
Mileage114,892 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,892 miles
Since last MOT+5,618 miles
PASS
Mileage109,274 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,271 miles
Since last MOT+7,116 miles
PASS
Mileage102,155 miles
Since last MOT+8,164 miles
PASS
Mileage93,991 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,991 miles
Since last MOT+14,652 miles
PASS
Mileage79,339 miles
Since last MOT+14,478 miles
PASS
Mileage64,861 miles
Since last MOT+9,172 miles
PASS
Mileage55,689 miles
Since last MOT+10,383 miles
PASS
Mileage45,306 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,306 miles
Since last MOT+9,421 miles
PASS
Mileage35,885 miles
Since last MOT+8,475 miles
PASS
Mileage27,410 miles
Since last MOT+13,154 miles
PASS
Mileage14,256 miles
Since last MOT+5,107 miles
PASS
Mileage9,149 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

RegistrationDF03 BOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DF03 BOU

What car is DF03 BOU?

DF03 BOU is a white Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DF03 BOU?

The last recorded mileage for DF03 BOU was 121,110 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DF03 BOU passed its MOT?

DF03 BOU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2019.

Is DF03 BOU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF03 BOU 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 DF03 BOU?

DF03 BOU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.