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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 89,038 miles on the clock, averaging 7,642 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for KA03 RUD
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 89,038 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 43 |
| Average per year | 7,642 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | KA03 RUD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About KA03 RUD
What car is KA03 RUD?
KA03 RUD is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KA03 RUD?
The last recorded mileage for KA03 RUD was 89,038 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KA03 RUD passed its MOT?
KA03 RUD has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2015.
Is KA03 RUD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA03 RUD 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 KA03 RUD?
KA03 RUD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.