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FA03 WOB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 1400cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 103,319 miles on the clock, averaging 4,791 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 FA03 WOB

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,319
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,791

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading103,319 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,492
Average per year4,791
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FA03 WOB 32k49k67k85k103k '06'21'16

Check FA03 WOB

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage103,319 miles
Since last MOT+3,492 miles
PASS
Mileage99,827 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,826 miles
Since last MOT+2,003 miles
PASS
Mileage97,823 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,821 miles
Since last MOT+3,676 miles
PASS
Mileage94,145 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,145 miles
Since last MOT+2,981 miles
PASS
Mileage91,164 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,164 miles
Since last MOT+4,109 miles
PASS
Mileage87,055 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,055 miles
Since last MOT+3,499 miles
PASS
Mileage83,556 miles
Since last MOT+2,571 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,985 miles
Since last MOT+7,992 miles
PASS
Mileage72,993 miles
Since last MOT+4,791 miles
PASS
Mileage68,202 miles
Since last MOT+3,764 miles
PASS
Mileage64,438 miles
Since last MOT+4,194 miles
PASS
Mileage60,244 miles
Since last MOT+8,707 miles
PASS
Mileage51,537 miles
Since last MOT+5,779 miles
PASS
Mileage45,758 miles
Since last MOT+5,107 miles
PASS
Mileage40,651 miles
Since last MOT+9,130 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,521 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

RegistrationFA03 WOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FA03 WOB

What car is FA03 WOB?

FA03 WOB is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FA03 WOB?

The last recorded mileage for FA03 WOB was 103,319 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FA03 WOB passed its MOT?

FA03 WOB has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 11 Aug 2021.

Is FA03 WOB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA03 WOB 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 WOB?

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