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MF03 LYD

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 90,345 miles on the clock, averaging 3,994 miles per year, well below 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 LYD

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,345
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,994

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading90,345 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year3,994
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MF03 LYD 18k36k54k72k90k '06'24'16

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,345 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,340 miles
Since last MOT+12,538 miles
PASS
Mileage77,802 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,802 miles
Since last MOT+1,734 miles
PASS
Mileage76,068 miles
Since last MOT+2,225 miles
PASS
Mileage73,843 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,841 miles
Since last MOT+4,235 miles
PASS
Mileage69,606 miles
Since last MOT+8,589 miles
PASS
Mileage61,017 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,017 miles
Since last MOT+4,426 miles
PASS
Mileage56,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,591 miles
Since last MOT+3,254 miles
PASS
Mileage53,337 miles
Since last MOT+4,826 miles
PASS
Mileage48,511 miles
Since last MOT+3,597 miles
PASS
Mileage44,914 miles
Since last MOT+33,278 miles
PASS
Mileage11,636 miles
PASS
Mileage35,601 miles
Since last MOT+4,609 miles
PASS
Mileage30,992 miles
Since last MOT+3,266 miles
PASS
Mileage27,726 miles
Since last MOT+4,085 miles
PASS
Mileage23,641 miles
Since last MOT+3,311 miles
PASS
Mileage20,330 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,281 miles
Since last MOT+2,321 miles
PASS
Mileage17,960 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 LYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
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 LYD

What car is MF03 LYD?

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

What is the mileage of MF03 LYD?

The last recorded mileage for MF03 LYD was 90,345 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF03 LYD passed its MOT?

MF03 LYD has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2024.

Is MF03 LYD ULEZ compliant?

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

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