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FA03 DZZ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 156,556 miles on the clock, averaging 7,948 miles per year, around 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 DZZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
156,556
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
7,948

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading156,556 miles
Reading date
Miles last year81
Average per year7,948
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FA03 DZZ 16k51k86k121k157k '06'24'18

Check FA03 DZZ

Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage156,556 miles
Since last MOT+81 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,475 miles
Since last MOT+17,570 miles
PASS
Mileage138,905 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,905 miles
Since last MOT+11,553 miles
PASS
Mileage127,352 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,299 miles
Since last MOT+4,663 miles
PASS
Mileage122,636 miles
Since last MOT+4,907 miles
PASS
Mileage117,729 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,729 miles
Since last MOT+6,576 miles
PASS
Mileage111,153 miles
Since last MOT+7,635 miles
PASS
Mileage103,518 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,513 miles
Since last MOT+8,496 miles
PASS
Mileage95,017 miles
Since last MOT+7,477 miles
PASS
Mileage87,540 miles
Since last MOT+11,050 miles
PASS
Mileage76,490 miles
Since last MOT+11,996 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,494 miles
Since last MOT+9,322 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,172 miles
Since last MOT+3,752 miles
PASS
Mileage51,420 miles
Since last MOT+7,048 miles
PASS
Mileage44,372 miles
Since last MOT+4,847 miles
PASS
Mileage39,525 miles
Since last MOT+5,158 miles
PASS
Mileage34,367 miles
Since last MOT+5,025 miles
PASS
Mileage29,342 miles
Since last MOT+9,952 miles
PASS
Mileage19,390 miles
Since last MOT+3,443 miles
PASS
Mileage15,947 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 DZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FA03 DZZ

What car is FA03 DZZ?

FA03 DZZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FA03 DZZ?

The last recorded mileage for FA03 DZZ was 156,556 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FA03 DZZ passed its MOT?

FA03 DZZ has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2024.

Is FA03 DZZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA03 DZZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FA03 DZZ?

FA03 DZZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.