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MF03 HWJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 74,320 miles on the clock, averaging 11,140 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for MF03 HWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,320
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2006
86%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,140

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading74,320 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,536
Average per year11,140
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MF03 HWJ 19k33k47k60k74k '06'11'08

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,320 miles
Since last MOT+14,536 miles
PASS
Mileage59,784 miles
Since last MOT+13,839 miles
PASS
Mileage45,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,229 miles
PASS
Mileage41,716 miles
Since last MOT+85 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,631 miles
Since last MOT+14,551 miles
PASS
Mileage27,080 miles
Since last MOT+8,090 miles
PASS
Mileage18,990 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 HWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About MF03 HWJ

What car is MF03 HWJ?

MF03 HWJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MF03 HWJ?

The last recorded mileage for MF03 HWJ was 74,320 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF03 HWJ passed its MOT?

MF03 HWJ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Feb 2011.

Is MF03 HWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF03 HWJ 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 MF03 HWJ?

MF03 HWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.