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PJ03 WKV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 102,230 miles on the clock, averaging 3,958 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 WKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,230
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
3,958

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading102,230 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,152
Average per year3,958
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PJ03 WKV 28k46k65k84k102k '06'25'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,230 miles
Since last MOT+7,152 miles
PASS
Mileage95,078 miles
Since last MOT+5,348 miles
PASS
Mileage89,730 miles
Since last MOT+2,792 miles
PASS
Mileage86,938 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,938 miles
Since last MOT+244 miles
PASS
Mileage86,694 miles
Since last MOT+1,049 miles
PASS
Mileage85,645 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,643 miles
Since last MOT+813 miles
PASS
Mileage84,830 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,603 miles
PASS
Mileage80,223 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,223 miles
Since last MOT+2,949 miles
PASS
Mileage77,274 miles
Since last MOT+2,325 miles
PASS
Mileage74,949 miles
Since last MOT+1,848 miles
PASS
Mileage73,101 miles
Since last MOT+3,094 miles
PASS
Mileage70,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,007 miles
Since last MOT+3,167 miles
PASS
Mileage66,840 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage42,625 miles
Since last MOT+7,518 miles
PASS
Mileage35,107 miles
Since last MOT+7,293 miles
PASS
Mileage27,814 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 WKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePJ — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PJ03 WKV

What car is PJ03 WKV?

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

What is the mileage of PJ03 WKV?

The last recorded mileage for PJ03 WKV was 102,230 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PJ03 WKV passed its MOT?

PJ03 WKV has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2025.

Is PJ03 WKV ULEZ compliant?

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

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