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 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 78,575 miles on the clock, averaging 6,201 miles per year, 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 RA03 WSW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,575 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 48 |
| Average per year | 6,201 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RA03 WSW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RA03 WSW
What car is RA03 WSW?
RA03 WSW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA03 WSW?
The last recorded mileage for RA03 WSW was 78,575 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA03 WSW passed its MOT?
RA03 WSW has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2014.
Is RA03 WSW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA03 WSW 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 WSW?
RA03 WSW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.