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NV03 VWJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Stockton, North · 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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 134,679 miles on the clock, averaging 7,946 miles per year, around 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 NV03 VWJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
134,679
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,946

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading134,679 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year7,946
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NV03 VWJ 15k45k75k105k135k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage134,679 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,674 miles
Since last MOT+5,976 miles
PASS
Mileage128,698 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,698 miles
Since last MOT+10,273 miles
PASS
Mileage118,425 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,417 miles
Since last MOT+11,616 miles
PASS
Mileage106,801 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,787 miles
Since last MOT+22,634 miles
PASS
Mileage84,153 miles
Since last MOT+13,983 miles
PASS
Mileage70,170 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,112 miles
Since last MOT+9,477 miles
PASS
Mileage60,635 miles
Since last MOT+12,059 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,576 miles
Since last MOT+9,821 miles
PASS
Mileage38,755 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,755 miles
Since last MOT+4,779 miles
PASS
Mileage33,976 miles
Since last MOT+5,924 miles
PASS
Mileage28,052 miles
Since last MOT+2,579 miles
PASS
Mileage25,473 miles
Since last MOT+2,863 miles
PASS
Mileage22,610 miles
Since last MOT+1,775 miles
PASS
Mileage20,835 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,784 miles
Since last MOT+5,335 miles
PASS
Mileage15,449 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

RegistrationNV03 VWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNV — Stockton, North
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About NV03 VWJ

What car is NV03 VWJ?

NV03 VWJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Stockton in 2003.

What is the mileage of NV03 VWJ?

The last recorded mileage for NV03 VWJ was 134,679 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NV03 VWJ passed its MOT?

NV03 VWJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2021.

Is NV03 VWJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NV03 VWJ 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 NV03 VWJ?

NV03 VWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.