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PK03 YAJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 129,319 miles on the clock, averaging 6,208 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 PK03 YAJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
129,319
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,208

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading129,319 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,469
Average per year6,208
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PK03 YAJ 54k73k92k111k129k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,319 miles
Since last MOT+2,469 miles
PASS
Mileage126,850 miles
Since last MOT+5,987 miles
PASS
Mileage120,863 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,863 miles
Since last MOT+5,694 miles
PASS
Mileage115,169 miles
Since last MOT+31 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,138 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,126 miles
Since last MOT+7,291 miles
PASS
Mileage107,835 miles
Since last MOT+7,610 miles
PASS
Mileage100,225 miles
Since last MOT+7,343 miles
PASS
Mileage92,882 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,882 miles
Since last MOT+5,642 miles
PASS
Mileage87,240 miles
Since last MOT+5,128 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,112 miles
Since last MOT+6,465 miles
PASS
Mileage75,647 miles
Since last MOT+5,829 miles
PASS
Mileage69,818 miles
Since last MOT+91 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,727 miles
Since last MOT+8,381 miles
PASS
Mileage61,346 miles
Since last MOT+7,224 miles
PASS
Mileage54,122 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 YAJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePK — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PK03 YAJ

What car is PK03 YAJ?

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

What is the mileage of PK03 YAJ?

The last recorded mileage for PK03 YAJ was 129,319 miles, recorded on 20 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PK03 YAJ passed its MOT?

PK03 YAJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Dec 2018.

Is PK03 YAJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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