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OU03 RSX

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 98,493 miles on the clock, averaging 4,864 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 RSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,493
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,864

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,493 miles
Reading date
Miles last year184
Average per year4,864
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU03 RSX 39k54k69k84k98k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,493 miles
Since last MOT+184 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,309 miles
Since last MOT+6,582 miles
PASS
Mileage91,727 miles
Since last MOT+5,145 miles
PASS
Mileage86,582 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,582 miles
Since last MOT+5,426 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,156 miles
Since last MOT+7,231 miles
PASS
Mileage73,925 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,902 miles
Since last MOT+1,924 miles
PASS
Mileage71,978 miles
Since last MOT+3,258 miles
PASS
Mileage68,720 miles
Since last MOT+5,757 miles
PASS
Mileage62,963 miles
Since last MOT+3,986 miles
PASS
Mileage58,977 miles
Since last MOT+8,073 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,904 miles
Since last MOT+1,181 miles
PASS
Mileage49,723 miles
Since last MOT+1,352 miles
PASS
Mileage48,371 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,358 miles
Since last MOT+1,290 miles
PASS
Mileage47,068 miles
Since last MOT+7,620 miles
PASS
Mileage39,448 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 RSX
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 RSX

What car is OU03 RSX?

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

What is the mileage of OU03 RSX?

The last recorded mileage for OU03 RSX was 98,493 miles, recorded on 16 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU03 RSX passed its MOT?

OU03 RSX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Apr 2018.

Is OU03 RSX ULEZ compliant?

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

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