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GD03 XLX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 149,824 miles on the clock, averaging 10,047 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 GD03 XLX

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,824
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
10,047

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading149,824 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,273
Average per year10,047
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GD03 XLX 41k68k95k123k150k '06'17'11

Check GD03 XLX

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,824 miles
Since last MOT+19,273 miles
PASS
Mileage130,551 miles
Since last MOT+12,655 miles
PASS
Mileage117,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,896 miles
Since last MOT+9,488 miles
PASS
Mileage108,408 miles
Since last MOT+7,969 miles
PASS
Mileage100,439 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,436 miles
Since last MOT+13,507 miles
PASS
Mileage86,929 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,921 miles
Since last MOT+13,231 miles
PASS
Mileage73,690 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,690 miles
Since last MOT+8,249 miles
PASS
Mileage65,441 miles
Since last MOT+9,465 miles
PASS
Mileage55,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,976 miles
Since last MOT+6,136 miles
PASS
Mileage49,840 miles
Since last MOT+8,923 miles
PASS
Mileage40,917 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

RegistrationGD03 XLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGD — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GD03 XLX

What car is GD03 XLX?

GD03 XLX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.

What is the mileage of GD03 XLX?

The last recorded mileage for GD03 XLX was 149,824 miles, recorded on 20 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GD03 XLX passed its MOT?

GD03 XLX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 May 2017.

Is GD03 XLX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD03 XLX 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 GD03 XLX?

GD03 XLX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.