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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 104,946 miles on the clock, averaging 4,397 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 MF03 PLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 104,946 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,376 |
| Average per year | 4,397 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | MF03 PLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MF03 PLJ
What car is MF03 PLJ?
MF03 PLJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MF03 PLJ?
The last recorded mileage for MF03 PLJ was 104,946 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MF03 PLJ passed its MOT?
MF03 PLJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2020.
Is MF03 PLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF03 PLJ 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 PLJ?
MF03 PLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.