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FE03 XKU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 1390cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 70,459 miles on the clock, averaging 3,157 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 FE03 XKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,459
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
3,157

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,459 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,552
Average per year3,157
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FE03 XKU 15k29k43k57k70k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,459 miles
Since last MOT+2,552 miles
PASS
Mileage67,907 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,865 miles
PASS
Mileage63,042 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,029 miles
Since last MOT+4,609 miles
PASS
Mileage58,420 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,420 miles
Since last MOT+5,979 miles
PASS
Mileage52,441 miles
Since last MOT+6,712 miles
PASS
Mileage45,729 miles
Since last MOT+4,582 miles
PASS
Mileage41,147 miles
Since last MOT+2,313 miles
PASS
Mileage38,834 miles
Since last MOT+2,294 miles
PASS
Mileage36,540 miles
Since last MOT+2,860 miles
PASS
Mileage33,680 miles
Since last MOT+1,350 miles
PASS
Mileage32,330 miles
Since last MOT+995 miles
PASS
Mileage31,335 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,330 miles
Since last MOT+1,458 miles
PASS
Mileage29,872 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,819 miles
Since last MOT+2,994 miles
PASS
Mileage26,825 miles
Since last MOT+3,098 miles
PASS
Mileage23,727 miles
Since last MOT+2,735 miles
PASS
Mileage20,992 miles
Since last MOT+2,192 miles
PASS
Mileage18,800 miles
Since last MOT+1,987 miles
PASS
Mileage16,813 miles
Since last MOT+1,646 miles
PASS
Mileage15,167 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

RegistrationFE03 XKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FE03 XKU

What car is FE03 XKU?

FE03 XKU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FE03 XKU?

The last recorded mileage for FE03 XKU was 70,459 miles, recorded on 1 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE03 XKU passed its MOT?

FE03 XKU has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Nov 2023.

Is FE03 XKU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE03 XKU 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 FE03 XKU?

FE03 XKU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.