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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 105,993 miles on the clock, averaging 7,533 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DX03 GWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 105,993 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,737 |
| Average per year | 7,533 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | DX03 GWE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DX03 GWE
What car is DX03 GWE?
DX03 GWE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DX03 GWE?
The last recorded mileage for DX03 GWE was 105,993 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX03 GWE passed its MOT?
DX03 GWE has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 22 Dec 2016.
Is DX03 GWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX03 GWE 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 DX03 GWE?
DX03 GWE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.