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NG03 VHU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 82,864 miles on the clock, averaging 4,390 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 NG03 VHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,864
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,390

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,864 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,390
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NG03 VHU 30k43k56k70k83k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,864 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,862 miles
Since last MOT+726 miles
PASS
Mileage82,136 miles
Since last MOT+9,043 miles
PASS
Mileage73,093 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,092 miles
Since last MOT+1,394 miles
PASS
Mileage71,698 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,698 miles
Since last MOT+1,270 miles
PASS
Mileage70,428 miles
Since last MOT+896 miles
PASS
Mileage69,532 miles
Since last MOT+582 miles
PASS
Mileage68,950 miles
Since last MOT+4,265 miles
PASS
Mileage64,685 miles
Since last MOT+5,573 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,112 miles
Since last MOT+6,355 miles
PASS
Mileage52,757 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,091 miles
PASS
Mileage46,666 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,667 miles
Since last MOT+8,717 miles
PASS
Mileage37,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,950 miles
Since last MOT+8,170 miles
PASS
Mileage29,780 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

RegistrationNG03 VHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNG — Newcastle, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NG03 VHU

What car is NG03 VHU?

NG03 VHU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NG03 VHU?

The last recorded mileage for NG03 VHU was 82,864 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NG03 VHU passed its MOT?

NG03 VHU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2018.

Is NG03 VHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG03 VHU 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 NG03 VHU?

NG03 VHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.