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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 59,435 miles on the clock, averaging 2,554 miles per year, well 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 HD03 EPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,435 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,612 |
| Average per year | 2,554 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | HD03 EPL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About HD03 EPL
What car is HD03 EPL?
HD03 EPL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD03 EPL?
The last recorded mileage for HD03 EPL was 59,435 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD03 EPL passed its MOT?
HD03 EPL has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2023.
Is HD03 EPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD03 EPL 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 HD03 EPL?
HD03 EPL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.