Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 33 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 14 (58% pass rate). It has 152,031 miles on the clock, averaging 6,794 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PL03 LYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,031 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,794 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 33 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PL03 LYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PL03 LYS
What car is PL03 LYS?
PL03 LYS is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 LYS?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 LYS was 152,031 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 LYS passed its MOT?
PL03 LYS has had 33 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (19 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2025.
Is PL03 LYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 LYS 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 PL03 LYS?
PL03 LYS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.