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OU03 LZE

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 124,420 miles on the clock, averaging 7,520 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 LZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,420
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,520

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading124,420 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,314
Average per year7,520
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for OU03 LZE 33k55k78k101k124k '06'18'12

Check OU03 LZE

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage124,420 miles
Since last MOT+7,314 miles
PASS
Mileage117,106 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,106 miles
Since last MOT+8,430 miles
PASS
Mileage108,676 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,676 miles
Since last MOT+8,416 miles
PASS
Mileage100,260 miles
Since last MOT+7,854 miles
PASS
Mileage92,406 miles
Since last MOT+6,563 miles
PASS
Mileage85,843 miles
Since last MOT+5,162 miles
PASS
Mileage80,681 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,575 miles
Since last MOT+6,110 miles
PASS
Mileage74,465 miles
Since last MOT+8,655 miles
PASS
Mileage65,810 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,810 miles
Since last MOT+4,544 miles
PASS
Mileage61,266 miles
Since last MOT+10,293 miles
PASS
Mileage50,973 miles
Since last MOT+7,677 miles
PASS
Mileage43,296 miles
Since last MOT+10,779 miles
PASS
Mileage32,517 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

RegistrationOU03 LZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OU03 LZE

What car is OU03 LZE?

OU03 LZE is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OU03 LZE?

The last recorded mileage for OU03 LZE was 124,420 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU03 LZE passed its MOT?

OU03 LZE has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2018.

Is OU03 LZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU03 LZE 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 LZE?

OU03 LZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.