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PK03 AXP

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 117,572 miles on the clock, averaging 8,640 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 PK03 AXP

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,572
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,640

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,572 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,472
Average per year8,640
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK03 AXP 48k65k83k100k118k '06'14'09

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,572 miles
Since last MOT+10,472 miles
PASS
Mileage107,100 miles
Since last MOT+12,936 miles
PASS
Mileage94,164 miles
Since last MOT+5,177 miles
PASS
Mileage88,987 miles
Since last MOT+11,966 miles
PASS
Mileage77,021 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,982 miles
Since last MOT+12,259 miles
PASS
Mileage64,723 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,674 miles
Since last MOT+11,964 miles
PASS
Mileage52,710 miles
Since last MOT+4,950 miles
PASS
Mileage47,760 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,760 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

RegistrationPK03 AXP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PK03 AXP

What car is PK03 AXP?

PK03 AXP is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PK03 AXP?

The last recorded mileage for PK03 AXP was 117,572 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK03 AXP passed its MOT?

PK03 AXP has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2014.

Is PK03 AXP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PK03 AXP 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 PK03 AXP?

PK03 AXP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.