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 1400cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 96,871 miles on the clock, averaging 7,178 miles per year, 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 ET03 CKE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,871 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,178 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ET03 CKE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About ET03 CKE
What car is ET03 CKE?
ET03 CKE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of ET03 CKE?
The last recorded mileage for ET03 CKE was 96,871 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET03 CKE passed its MOT?
ET03 CKE has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2017.
Is ET03 CKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET03 CKE 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 ET03 CKE?
ET03 CKE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.