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 1200cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 136,371 miles on the clock, averaging 6,079 miles per year, 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 NL03 OLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,371 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,079 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | NL03 OLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NL03 OLM
What car is NL03 OLM?
NL03 OLM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL03 OLM?
The last recorded mileage for NL03 OLM was 136,371 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL03 OLM passed its MOT?
NL03 OLM has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2026.
Is NL03 OLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 OLM 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 NL03 OLM?
NL03 OLM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.