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OU03 MGJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 60,380 miles on the clock, averaging 3,247 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 OU03 MGJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
60,380
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
3,247

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading60,380 miles
Reading date
Miles last year709
Average per year3,247
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU03 MGJ 22k32k41k51k60k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage60,380 miles
Since last MOT+709 miles
PASS
Mileage59,671 miles
Since last MOT+789 miles
PASS
Mileage58,882 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,882 miles
Since last MOT+1,986 miles
PASS
Mileage56,896 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,896 miles
Since last MOT+2,392 miles
PASS
Mileage54,504 miles
Since last MOT+2,092 miles
PASS
Mileage52,412 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,390 miles
Since last MOT+1,403 miles
PASS
Mileage50,987 miles
Since last MOT+4,794 miles
PASS
Mileage46,193 miles
Since last MOT+7,434 miles
PASS
Mileage38,759 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,753 miles
Since last MOT+1,190 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,563 miles
Since last MOT+2,336 miles
PASS
Mileage35,227 miles
Since last MOT+1,622 miles
PASS
Mileage33,605 miles
Since last MOT+11,268 miles
PASS
Mileage22,337 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 MGJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OU03 MGJ

What car is OU03 MGJ?

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

What is the mileage of OU03 MGJ?

The last recorded mileage for OU03 MGJ was 60,380 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU03 MGJ passed its MOT?

OU03 MGJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2018.

Is OU03 MGJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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