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DF03 RLZ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
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 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 46,979 miles on the clock, averaging 2,023 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 DF03 RLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
46,979
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,023

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading46,979 miles
Reading date
Miles last year467
Average per year2,023
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DF03 RLZ 11k20k29k38k47k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage46,979 miles
Since last MOT+467 miles
PASS
Mileage46,512 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,512 miles
Since last MOT+341 miles
PASS
Mileage46,171 miles
Since last MOT+202 miles
PASS
Mileage45,969 miles
Since last MOT+1,080 miles
PASS
Mileage44,889 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,868 miles
Since last MOT+2,162 miles
PASS
Mileage42,706 miles
Since last MOT+2,409 miles
PASS
Mileage40,297 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,290 miles
Since last MOT+2,598 miles
PASS
Mileage37,692 miles
Since last MOT+2,129 miles
PASS
Mileage35,563 miles
Since last MOT+1,838 miles
PASS
Mileage33,725 miles
Since last MOT+1,226 miles
PASS
Mileage32,499 miles
Since last MOT+2,160 miles
PASS
Mileage30,339 miles
Since last MOT+4,253 miles
PASS
Mileage26,086 miles
Since last MOT+2,652 miles
PASS
Mileage23,434 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,434 miles
Since last MOT+4,060 miles
PASS
Mileage19,374 miles
Since last MOT+3,231 miles
PASS
Mileage16,143 miles
Since last MOT+2,039 miles
PASS
Mileage14,104 miles
Since last MOT+3,158 miles
PASS
Mileage10,946 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

RegistrationDF03 RLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About DF03 RLZ

What car is DF03 RLZ?

DF03 RLZ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DF03 RLZ?

The last recorded mileage for DF03 RLZ was 46,979 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DF03 RLZ passed its MOT?

DF03 RLZ has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2024.

Is DF03 RLZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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