Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 84,151 miles on the clock, averaging 4,140 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for OV03 YVA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,151 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,994 |
| Average per year | 4,140 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV03 YVA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OV03 YVA
What car is OV03 YVA?
OV03 YVA is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV03 YVA?
The last recorded mileage for OV03 YVA was 84,151 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV03 YVA passed its MOT?
OV03 YVA has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2022.
Is OV03 YVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV03 YVA 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 YVA?
OV03 YVA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.