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 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 69,445 miles on the clock, averaging 4,921 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 MA03 NRU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -87,985 |
| Average per year | 4,921 |
| 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 | MA03 NRU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MA03 NRU
What car is MA03 NRU?
MA03 NRU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA03 NRU?
The last recorded mileage for MA03 NRU was 69,445 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA03 NRU passed its MOT?
MA03 NRU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2016.
Is MA03 NRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA03 NRU 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 MA03 NRU?
MA03 NRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.