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 1422cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 71,834 miles on the clock, averaging 8,343 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 VBZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 71,834 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,343 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 VBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OY03 VBZ
What car is OY03 VBZ?
OY03 VBZ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY03 VBZ?
The last recorded mileage for OY03 VBZ was 71,834 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY03 VBZ passed its MOT?
OY03 VBZ has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Mar 2011.
Is OY03 VBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY03 VBZ 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 VBZ?
OY03 VBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.