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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 118,142 miles on the clock, averaging 5,512 miles per year, 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 PE03 LKJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,142 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,512 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | PE03 LKJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PE03 LKJ
What car is PE03 LKJ?
PE03 LKJ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE03 LKJ?
The last recorded mileage for PE03 LKJ was 118,142 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE03 LKJ passed its MOT?
PE03 LKJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 11 Jul 2022.
Is PE03 LKJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE03 LKJ 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 PE03 LKJ?
PE03 LKJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.