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PJ03 HGC

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 87,114 miles on the clock, averaging 3,493 miles per year, well 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 PJ03 HGC

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,114
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
3,493

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading87,114 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,445
Average per year3,493
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 HGC 19k36k53k70k87k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,114 miles
Since last MOT+8,445 miles
PASS
Mileage78,669 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,667 miles
Since last MOT+4,525 miles
PASS
Mileage74,142 miles
Since last MOT+2,881 miles
PASS
Mileage71,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,261 miles
Since last MOT+1,783 miles
PASS
Mileage69,478 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,477 miles
Since last MOT+6,382 miles
PASS
Mileage63,095 miles
Since last MOT+3,910 miles
PASS
Mileage59,185 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,184 miles
Since last MOT+3,191 miles
PASS
Mileage55,993 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,993 miles
Since last MOT+4,253 miles
PASS
Mileage51,740 miles
Since last MOT+3,983 miles
PASS
Mileage47,757 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,755 miles
Since last MOT+1,841 miles
PASS
Mileage45,914 miles
Since last MOT+1,978 miles
PASS
Mileage43,936 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,926 miles
PASS
Mileage46,868 miles
Since last MOT+7,546 miles
PASS
Mileage39,322 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,322 miles
Since last MOT+3,975 miles
PASS
Mileage35,347 miles
Since last MOT+4,800 miles
PASS
Mileage30,547 miles
Since last MOT+2,648 miles
PASS
Mileage27,899 miles
Since last MOT+5,280 miles
PASS
Mileage22,619 miles
Since last MOT+3,512 miles
PASS
Mileage19,107 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

RegistrationPJ03 HGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 HGC

What car is PJ03 HGC?

PJ03 HGC is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 HGC?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 HGC was 87,114 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 HGC passed its MOT?

PJ03 HGC has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Sep 2025.

Is PJ03 HGC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ03 HGC 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 PJ03 HGC?

PJ03 HGC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.