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RE03 XZC

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 61,492 miles on the clock, averaging 2,217 miles per year, well 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 RE03 XZC

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
61,492
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
2,217

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,492 miles
Reading date
Miles last year130
Average per year2,217
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RE03 XZC 18k29k40k51k61k '06'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,492 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
PASS
Mileage61,362 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,357 miles
Since last MOT+818 miles
PASS
Mileage60,539 miles
Since last MOT+1,218 miles
PASS
Mileage59,321 miles
Since last MOT+1,493 miles
PASS
Mileage57,828 miles
Since last MOT+2,915 miles
PASS
Mileage54,913 miles
Since last MOT+2,643 miles
PASS
Mileage52,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,270 miles
Since last MOT+2,404 miles
PASS
Mileage49,866 miles
Since last MOT+5,404 miles
PASS
Mileage44,462 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,462 miles
Since last MOT+1,487 miles
PASS
Mileage42,975 miles
Since last MOT+1,381 miles
PASS
Mileage41,594 miles
Since last MOT+1,576 miles
PASS
Mileage40,018 miles
Since last MOT+1,626 miles
PASS
Mileage38,392 miles
Since last MOT+1,853 miles
PASS
Mileage36,539 miles
Since last MOT+1,393 miles
PASS
Mileage35,146 miles
Since last MOT+1,415 miles
PASS
Mileage33,731 miles
Since last MOT+2,319 miles
PASS
Mileage31,412 miles
Since last MOT+4,475 miles
PASS
Mileage26,937 miles
Since last MOT+4,919 miles
PASS
Mileage22,018 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,018 miles
Since last MOT+4,162 miles
PASS
Mileage17,856 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

RegistrationRE03 XZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRE — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RE03 XZC

What car is RE03 XZC?

RE03 XZC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RE03 XZC?

The last recorded mileage for RE03 XZC was 61,492 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RE03 XZC passed its MOT?

RE03 XZC has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.

Is RE03 XZC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE03 XZC 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 RE03 XZC?

RE03 XZC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.