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 Petrol 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 132,578 miles on the clock, averaging 7,539 miles per year, around 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 XLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 33 |
| Average per year | 7,539 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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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
| Registration | GD03 XLY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GD03 XLY
What car is GD03 XLY?
GD03 XLY is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GD03 XLY?
The last recorded mileage for GD03 XLY was 132,578 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD03 XLY passed its MOT?
GD03 XLY has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2020.
Is GD03 XLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD03 XLY 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 XLY?
GD03 XLY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.