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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 61,097 miles on the clock, averaging 2,577 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 DG03 VDP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,577 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | DG03 VDP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DG03 VDP
What car is DG03 VDP?
DG03 VDP is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DG03 VDP?
The last recorded mileage for DG03 VDP was 61,097 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG03 VDP passed its MOT?
DG03 VDP has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2025.
Is DG03 VDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 VDP 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 DG03 VDP?
DG03 VDP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.