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FH03 HZJ

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 148,443 miles on the clock, averaging 11,053 miles per year, above 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 FH03 HZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,443
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
11,053

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,443 miles
Reading date
Average per year11,053
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 HZJ 13k47k81k115k148k '06'18'12

Check FH03 HZJ

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,443 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,443 miles
Since last MOT+13,752 miles
PASS
Mileage134,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,691 miles
Since last MOT+8,433 miles
PASS
Mileage126,258 miles
Since last MOT+9,988 miles
PASS
Mileage116,270 miles
Since last MOT+11,731 miles
PASS
Mileage104,539 miles
Since last MOT+12,798 miles
PASS
Mileage91,741 miles
Since last MOT+12,504 miles
PASS
Mileage79,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,237 miles
Since last MOT+13,465 miles
PASS
Mileage65,772 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,772 miles
Since last MOT+3,159 miles
PASS
Mileage62,613 miles
Since last MOT+1,857 miles
PASS
Mileage60,756 miles
Since last MOT+10,198 miles
PASS
Mileage50,558 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,556 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
PASS
Mileage45,364 miles
Since last MOT+14,600 miles
PASS
Mileage30,764 miles
Since last MOT+17,622 miles
PASS
Mileage13,142 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

RegistrationFH03 HZJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FH03 HZJ

What car is FH03 HZJ?

FH03 HZJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH03 HZJ?

The last recorded mileage for FH03 HZJ was 148,443 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH03 HZJ passed its MOT?

FH03 HZJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2018.

Is FH03 HZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH03 HZJ 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 FH03 HZJ?

FH03 HZJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.