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PJ03 HLZ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourBlue
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 1400cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 87,428 miles on the clock, averaging 5,966 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 PJ03 HLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,428
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,966

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,428 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,966
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 HLZ 23k39k55k71k87k '06'17'12

Check PJ03 HLZ

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,428 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,428 miles
Since last MOT+5,912 miles
PASS
Mileage81,516 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,516 miles
Since last MOT+2,851 miles
PASS
Mileage78,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,665 miles
Since last MOT+3,166 miles
PASS
Mileage75,499 miles
Since last MOT+4,785 miles
PASS
Mileage70,714 miles
Since last MOT+4,834 miles
PASS
Mileage65,880 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,880 miles
Since last MOT+10,341 miles
PASS
Mileage55,539 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,539 miles
Since last MOT+7,176 miles
PASS
Mileage48,363 miles
Since last MOT+7,253 miles
PASS
Mileage41,110 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,110 miles
Since last MOT+4,335 miles
PASS
Mileage36,775 miles
Since last MOT+1,301 miles
PASS
Mileage35,474 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage35,474 miles
Since last MOT+6,628 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,846 miles
Since last MOT+5,788 miles
PASS
Mileage23,058 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 HLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 HLZ

What car is PJ03 HLZ?

PJ03 HLZ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PJ03 HLZ?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 HLZ was 87,428 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 HLZ passed its MOT?

PJ03 HLZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2017.

Is PJ03 HLZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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