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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 163,451 miles on the clock, averaging 8,204 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 OU03 EWD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,451 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 461 |
| Average per year | 8,204 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU03 EWD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OU03 EWD
What car is OU03 EWD?
OU03 EWD is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU03 EWD?
The last recorded mileage for OU03 EWD was 163,451 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU03 EWD passed its MOT?
OU03 EWD has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2022.
Is OU03 EWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU03 EWD 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 OU03 EWD?
OU03 EWD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.