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 1422cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 166,591 miles on the clock, averaging 12,758 miles per year, above 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 PY03 CDE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,591 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,532 |
| Average per year | 12,758 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PY03 CDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1422cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PY03 CDE
What car is PY03 CDE?
PY03 CDE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1422cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PY03 CDE?
The last recorded mileage for PY03 CDE was 166,591 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY03 CDE passed its MOT?
PY03 CDE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 18 Jul 2017.
Is PY03 CDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 CDE 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 PY03 CDE?
PY03 CDE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.