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 1200cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 9 (70% pass rate). It has 96,308 miles on the clock, averaging 3,036 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 HDL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,308 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 3,036 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 HDL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| 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 HDL
What car is HD03 HDL?
HD03 HDL is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD03 HDL?
The last recorded mileage for HD03 HDL was 96,308 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD03 HDL passed its MOT?
HD03 HDL has had 30 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (21 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 5 Aug 2026.
Is HD03 HDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD03 HDL 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 HDL?
HD03 HDL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.