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PY03 HZF

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 137,965 miles on the clock, averaging 8,780 miles per year, around 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 HZF

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,965
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
84%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
8,780

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,965 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,780
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY03 HZF 10k42k74k106k138k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,965 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,965 miles
Since last MOT+6,946 miles
PASS
Mileage131,019 miles
Since last MOT+3,649 miles
PASS
Mileage127,370 miles
Since last MOT+8,938 miles
PASS
Mileage118,432 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,432 miles
Since last MOT+14,825 miles
PASS
Mileage103,607 miles
Since last MOT+17,062 miles
PASS
Mileage86,545 miles
Since last MOT+15,374 miles
PASS
Mileage71,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,171 miles
Since last MOT+16,616 miles
PASS
Mileage54,555 miles
Since last MOT+3,387 miles
PASS
Mileage51,168 miles
Since last MOT+1,245 miles
PASS
Mileage49,923 miles
Since last MOT+7,681 miles
PASS
Mileage42,242 miles
Since last MOT+8,123 miles
PASS
Mileage34,119 miles
Since last MOT+7,567 miles
PASS
Mileage26,552 miles
Since last MOT+7,993 miles
PASS
Mileage18,559 miles
Since last MOT+5,586 miles
PASS
Mileage12,973 miles
Since last MOT+3,300 miles
PASS
Mileage9,673 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

RegistrationPY03 HZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PY03 HZF

What car is PY03 HZF?

PY03 HZF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PY03 HZF?

The last recorded mileage for PY03 HZF was 137,965 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY03 HZF passed its MOT?

PY03 HZF has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2021.

Is PY03 HZF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 HZF 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 HZF?

PY03 HZF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.