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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 80,562 miles on the clock, averaging 4,825 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 EF03 BCE
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 | 80,562 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,825 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 BCE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 BCE
What car is EF03 BCE?
EF03 BCE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF03 BCE?
The last recorded mileage for EF03 BCE was 80,562 miles, recorded on 7 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF03 BCE passed its MOT?
EF03 BCE has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2019.
Is EF03 BCE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF03 BCE 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 BCE?
EF03 BCE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.