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FH03 NSU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 99,165 miles on the clock, averaging 4,551 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 FH03 NSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,165
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,551

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 reading99,165 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,551
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 NSU 16k37k58k78k99k '06'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,165 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,165 miles
Since last MOT+12,872 miles
PASS
Mileage86,293 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,290 miles
Since last MOT+2,019 miles
PASS
Mileage84,271 miles
Since last MOT+2,868 miles
PASS
Mileage81,403 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,403 miles
Since last MOT+4,596 miles
PASS
Mileage76,807 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,807 miles
Since last MOT+878 miles
PASS
Mileage75,929 miles
Since last MOT+2,222 miles
PASS
Mileage73,707 miles
Since last MOT+3,154 miles
PASS
Mileage70,553 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,553 miles
Since last MOT+4,327 miles
PASS
Mileage66,226 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,226 miles
Since last MOT+3,498 miles
PASS
Mileage62,728 miles
Since last MOT+7,648 miles
PASS
Mileage55,080 miles
Since last MOT+7,055 miles
PASS
Mileage48,025 miles
Since last MOT+5,087 miles
PASS
Mileage42,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,938 miles
Since last MOT+4,299 miles
PASS
Mileage38,639 miles
Since last MOT+3,951 miles
PASS
Mileage34,688 miles
Since last MOT+3,484 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,204 miles
Since last MOT+4,348 miles
PASS
Mileage26,856 miles
Since last MOT+5,002 miles
PASS
Mileage21,854 miles
Since last MOT+5,382 miles
PASS
Mileage16,472 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 NSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
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 NSU

What car is FH03 NSU?

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

What is the mileage of FH03 NSU?

The last recorded mileage for FH03 NSU was 99,165 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH03 NSU passed its MOT?

FH03 NSU has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2024.

Is FH03 NSU ULEZ compliant?

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

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