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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 81,084 miles on the clock, averaging 10,063 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for EF03 BBJ
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 81,084 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,063 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | EF03 BBJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EF03 BBJ
What car is EF03 BBJ?
EF03 BBJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF03 BBJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF03 BBJ was 81,084 miles, recorded on 17 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF03 BBJ passed its MOT?
EF03 BBJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2012.
Is EF03 BBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF03 BBJ 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 EF03 BBJ?
EF03 BBJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.