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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 12 (54% pass rate). It has 93,925 miles on the clock, averaging 5,025 miles per year, 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 FA03 DFF
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 | 93,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 5,025 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | FA03 DFF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FA03 DFF
What car is FA03 DFF?
FA03 DFF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FA03 DFF?
The last recorded mileage for FA03 DFF was 93,925 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA03 DFF passed its MOT?
FA03 DFF has had 26 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (14 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2021.
Is FA03 DFF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA03 DFF 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 FA03 DFF?
FA03 DFF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.