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OV03 BPX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
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 1400cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 56,772 miles on the clock, averaging 2,856 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 OV03 BPX

MOT Status
Due date passed
56,772
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
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
2,856

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 reading56,772 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year2,856
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OV03 BPX 11k22k34k45k57k '06'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage56,772 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,765 miles
Since last MOT+1,020 miles
PASS
Mileage55,745 miles
Since last MOT+1,064 miles
PASS
Mileage54,681 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,678 miles
Since last MOT+1,379 miles
PASS
Mileage53,299 miles
Since last MOT+1,612 miles
PASS
Mileage51,687 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,687 miles
Since last MOT+2,319 miles
PASS
Mileage49,368 miles
Since last MOT+2,172 miles
PASS
Mileage47,196 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,196 miles
Since last MOT+1,807 miles
PASS
Mileage45,389 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,389 miles
Since last MOT+1,800 miles
PASS
Mileage43,589 miles
Since last MOT+4,676 miles
PASS
Mileage38,913 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,911 miles
Since last MOT+3,620 miles
PASS
Mileage35,291 miles
Since last MOT+5,561 miles
PASS
Mileage29,730 miles
Since last MOT+3,096 miles
PASS
Mileage26,634 miles
Since last MOT+2,166 miles
PASS
Mileage24,468 miles
Since last MOT+424 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,044 miles
Since last MOT+3,504 miles
PASS
Mileage20,540 miles
Since last MOT+4,033 miles
PASS
Mileage16,507 miles
Since last MOT+5,886 miles
FAIL
Mileage10,621 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

RegistrationOV03 BPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OV03 BPX

What car is OV03 BPX?

OV03 BPX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OV03 BPX?

The last recorded mileage for OV03 BPX was 56,772 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV03 BPX passed its MOT?

OV03 BPX has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2022.

Is OV03 BPX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV03 BPX 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 OV03 BPX?

OV03 BPX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.