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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 74,977 miles on the clock, averaging 4,950 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 MH03 UMW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,977 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MH03 UMW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MH — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MH03 UMW
What car is MH03 UMW?
MH03 UMW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MH03 UMW?
The last recorded mileage for MH03 UMW was 74,977 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MH03 UMW passed its MOT?
MH03 UMW has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2017.
Is MH03 UMW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MH03 UMW 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 MH03 UMW?
MH03 UMW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.