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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 160,831 miles on the clock, averaging 8,623 miles per year, around 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 OY03 ELH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,831 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,623 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY03 ELH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OY03 ELH
What car is OY03 ELH?
OY03 ELH is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY03 ELH?
The last recorded mileage for OY03 ELH was 160,831 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY03 ELH passed its MOT?
OY03 ELH has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2021.
Is OY03 ELH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 ELH 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 OY03 ELH?
OY03 ELH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.