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 1200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 88,323 miles on the clock, averaging 4,921 miles per year, well 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 YXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 88,323 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,849 |
| Average per year | 4,921 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 YXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PL03 YXM
What car is PL03 YXM?
PL03 YXM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 YXM?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 YXM was 88,323 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 YXM passed its MOT?
PL03 YXM has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2021.
Is PL03 YXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 YXM 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 YXM?
PL03 YXM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.