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FH03 XPS

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 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 47,177 miles on the clock, averaging 2,034 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for FH03 XPS

MOT Status
Due date passed
47,177
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
2,034

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 reading47,177 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,609
Average per year2,034
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH03 XPS 10k19k29k38k47k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage47,177 miles
Since last MOT+1,609 miles
PASS
Mileage45,568 miles
Since last MOT+1,097 miles
PASS
Mileage44,471 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,471 miles
Since last MOT+900 miles
PASS
Mileage43,571 miles
Since last MOT+812 miles
PASS
Mileage42,759 miles
Since last MOT+955 miles
PASS
Mileage41,804 miles
Since last MOT+1,252 miles
PASS
Mileage40,552 miles
Since last MOT+730 miles
PASS
Mileage39,822 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,822 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,814 miles
Since last MOT+1,087 miles
PASS
Mileage38,727 miles
Since last MOT+1,323 miles
PASS
Mileage37,404 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,391 miles
Since last MOT+1,712 miles
PASS
Mileage35,679 miles
Since last MOT+1,518 miles
PASS
Mileage34,161 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,147 miles
Since last MOT+2,513 miles
PASS
Mileage31,634 miles
Since last MOT+3,813 miles
PASS
Mileage27,821 miles
Since last MOT+2,574 miles
PASS
Mileage25,247 miles
Since last MOT+3,052 miles
PASS
Mileage22,195 miles
Since last MOT+3,566 miles
PASS
Mileage18,629 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage14,143 miles
Since last MOT+4,163 miles
PASS
Mileage9,980 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

RegistrationFH03 XPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FH03 XPS

What car is FH03 XPS?

FH03 XPS is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FH03 XPS?

The last recorded mileage for FH03 XPS was 47,177 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH03 XPS passed its MOT?

FH03 XPS has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2024.

Is FH03 XPS ULEZ compliant?

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

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