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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 129,144 miles on the clock, averaging 6,566 miles per year, 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 GK03 XWU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 129,144 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,441 |
| Average per year | 6,566 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | GK03 XWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GK — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GK03 XWU
What car is GK03 XWU?
GK03 XWU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GK03 XWU?
The last recorded mileage for GK03 XWU was 129,144 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GK03 XWU passed its MOT?
GK03 XWU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2020.
Is GK03 XWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GK03 XWU 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 GK03 XWU?
GK03 XWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.