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 1200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 84,490 miles on the clock, averaging 3,627 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 FA03 DWU
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,490 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,316 |
| Average per year | 3,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 DWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| 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 DWU
What car is FA03 DWU?
FA03 DWU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FA03 DWU?
The last recorded mileage for FA03 DWU was 84,490 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA03 DWU passed its MOT?
FA03 DWU has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 3 Dec 2021.
Is FA03 DWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA03 DWU 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 DWU?
FA03 DWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.