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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 22 and failing 5 (81% pass rate). It has 119,615 miles on the clock, averaging 5,615 miles per year, below 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 RA03 KGE
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 | 119,615 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,615 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | RA03 KGE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RA03 KGE
What car is RA03 KGE?
RA03 KGE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA03 KGE?
The last recorded mileage for RA03 KGE was 119,615 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA03 KGE passed its MOT?
RA03 KGE has had 27 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (22 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is RA03 KGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 KGE 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 RA03 KGE?
RA03 KGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.