Vehicle summary
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 160,432 miles on the clock, averaging 10,185 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for FM03 HME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,432 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,169 |
| Average per year | 10,185 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FM03 HME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FM03 HME
What car is FM03 HME?
FM03 HME is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM03 HME?
The last recorded mileage for FM03 HME was 160,432 miles, recorded on 5 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM03 HME passed its MOT?
FM03 HME has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2017.
Is FM03 HME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM03 HME 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 FM03 HME?
FM03 HME is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.