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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 84,978 miles on the clock, averaging 5,315 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 RG03 BVL
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 | 84,978 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 107 |
| Average per year | 5,315 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RG03 BVL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RG — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RG03 BVL
What car is RG03 BVL?
RG03 BVL is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RG03 BVL?
The last recorded mileage for RG03 BVL was 84,978 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RG03 BVL passed its MOT?
RG03 BVL has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2018.
Is RG03 BVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RG03 BVL 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 RG03 BVL?
RG03 BVL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.