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 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 144,933 miles on the clock, averaging 6,098 miles per year, 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 GP03 VBE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,933 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,989 |
| Average per year | 6,098 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GP03 VBE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GP03 VBE
What car is GP03 VBE?
GP03 VBE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GP03 VBE?
The last recorded mileage for GP03 VBE was 144,933 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP03 VBE passed its MOT?
GP03 VBE has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2019.
Is GP03 VBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP03 VBE 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 GP03 VBE?
GP03 VBE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.