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OV03 UXH

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 148,605 miles on the clock, averaging 10,193 miles per year, above 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 UXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
148,605
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
10,193

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading148,605 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year10,193
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OV03 UXH 15k48k82k115k149k '06'19'13

Check OV03 UXH

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage148,605 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,604 miles
Since last MOT+14,169 miles
PASS
Mileage134,435 miles
Since last MOT+2,428 miles
PASS
Mileage132,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,007 miles
Since last MOT+8,840 miles
PASS
Mileage123,167 miles
Since last MOT+18,051 miles
PASS
Mileage105,116 miles
Since last MOT+11,711 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,405 miles
Since last MOT+9,578 miles
PASS
Mileage83,827 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,827 miles
Since last MOT+6,534 miles
PASS
Mileage77,293 miles
Since last MOT+5,855 miles
PASS
Mileage71,438 miles
Since last MOT+8,759 miles
PASS
Mileage62,679 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,679 miles
Since last MOT+10,683 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,996 miles
Since last MOT+10,077 miles
PASS
Mileage41,919 miles
Since last MOT+11,870 miles
PASS
Mileage30,049 miles
Since last MOT+14,950 miles
PASS
Mileage15,099 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 UXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About OV03 UXH

What car is OV03 UXH?

OV03 UXH is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.

What is the mileage of OV03 UXH?

The last recorded mileage for OV03 UXH was 148,605 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV03 UXH passed its MOT?

OV03 UXH has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2019.

Is OV03 UXH ULEZ compliant?

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

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