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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 156,903 miles on the clock, averaging 8,996 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for PY03 FGV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,903 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,390 |
| Average per year | 8,996 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | PY03 FGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PY — Carlisle, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PY03 FGV
What car is PY03 FGV?
PY03 FGV is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.
What is the mileage of PY03 FGV?
The last recorded mileage for PY03 FGV was 156,903 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PY03 FGV passed its MOT?
PY03 FGV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2020.
Is PY03 FGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 FGV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is PY03 FGV?
PY03 FGV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.