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EO03 THV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 67,527 miles on the clock, averaging 3,762 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for EO03 THV

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,527
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,762

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading67,527 miles
Reading date
Average per year3,762
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EO03 THV 19k31k43k55k68k '06'19'11

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,527 miles
Since last MOT+4,185 miles
PASS
Mileage63,342 miles
Since last MOT+505 miles
PASS
Mileage62,837 miles
Since last MOT+525 miles
PASS
Mileage62,312 miles
Since last MOT+543 miles
PASS
Mileage61,769 miles
Since last MOT+388 miles
PASS
Mileage61,381 miles
Since last MOT+1,373 miles
PASS
Mileage60,008 miles
Since last MOT+2,858 miles
PASS
Mileage57,150 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,150 miles
Since last MOT+7,059 miles
PASS
Mileage50,091 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,089 miles
Since last MOT+4,046 miles
PASS
Mileage46,043 miles
FAIL
Mileage460,643 miles
Since last MOT+422,257 miles
PASS
Mileage38,386 miles
Since last MOT+6,070 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,316 miles
Since last MOT+13,502 miles
PASS
Mileage18,814 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,814 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO03 THV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About EO03 THV

What car is EO03 THV?

EO03 THV is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO03 THV?

The last recorded mileage for EO03 THV was 67,527 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO03 THV passed its MOT?

EO03 THV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2019.

Is EO03 THV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO03 THV 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 EO03 THV?

EO03 THV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.