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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 96,445 miles on the clock, averaging 12,913 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RF03 HFE
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 96,445 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 12,913 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | RF03 HFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RF03 HFE
What car is RF03 HFE?
RF03 HFE is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF03 HFE?
The last recorded mileage for RF03 HFE was 96,445 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF03 HFE passed its MOT?
RF03 HFE has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2011.
Is RF03 HFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF03 HFE 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 RF03 HFE?
RF03 HFE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.