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OU03 RWL

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 55,318 miles on the clock, averaging 1,953 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 RWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,318
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
1,953

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 reading55,318 miles
Reading date
Average per year1,953
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OU03 RWL 26k34k41k48k55k '07'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,318 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,318 miles
Since last MOT+1,065 miles
PASS
Mileage54,253 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,253 miles
Since last MOT+876 miles
PASS
Mileage53,377 miles
Since last MOT+872 miles
PASS
Mileage52,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,505 miles
Since last MOT+945 miles
PASS
Mileage51,560 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,560 miles
Since last MOT+4,523 miles
PASS
Mileage47,037 miles
Since last MOT+1,264 miles
PASS
Mileage45,773 miles
Since last MOT+1,910 miles
PASS
Mileage43,863 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,863 miles
Since last MOT+745 miles
PASS
Mileage43,118 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,115 miles
Since last MOT+1,106 miles
PASS
Mileage42,009 miles
Since last MOT+737 miles
PASS
Mileage41,272 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,271 miles
Since last MOT+2,224 miles
PASS
Mileage39,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,235 miles
PASS
Mileage36,812 miles
Since last MOT+2,137 miles
PASS
Mileage34,675 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,675 miles
Since last MOT+2,970 miles
PASS
Mileage31,705 miles
Since last MOT+5,212 miles
PASS
Mileage26,493 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 RWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOU — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OU03 RWL

What car is OU03 RWL?

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

What is the mileage of OU03 RWL?

The last recorded mileage for OU03 RWL was 55,318 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OU03 RWL passed its MOT?

OU03 RWL has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2021.

Is OU03 RWL ULEZ compliant?

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

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