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HD03 NLN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 151,268 miles on the clock, averaging 9,470 miles per year, above 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 NLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,268
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
9,470

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,268 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,848
Average per year9,470
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HD03 NLN 48k74k100k125k151k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,268 miles
Since last MOT+5,848 miles
PASS
Mileage145,420 miles
Since last MOT+95 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,325 miles
Since last MOT+7,512 miles
PASS
Mileage137,813 miles
Since last MOT+5,325 miles
PASS
Mileage132,488 miles
Since last MOT+2,020 miles
PASS
Mileage130,468 miles
Since last MOT+11,261 miles
PASS
Mileage119,207 miles
Since last MOT+21,252 miles
PASS
Mileage97,955 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,955 miles
Since last MOT+7,062 miles
PASS
Mileage90,893 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,893 miles
Since last MOT+9,834 miles
PASS
Mileage81,059 miles
Since last MOT+11,063 miles
PASS
Mileage69,996 miles
Since last MOT+9,896 miles
PASS
Mileage60,100 miles
Since last MOT+12,052 miles
PASS
Mileage48,048 miles

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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

RegistrationHD03 NLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About HD03 NLN

What car is HD03 NLN?

HD03 NLN is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HD03 NLN?

The last recorded mileage for HD03 NLN was 151,268 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HD03 NLN passed its MOT?

HD03 NLN has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2017.

Is HD03 NLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD03 NLN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is HD03 NLN?

HD03 NLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.