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RJ03 VXX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 186,087 miles on the clock, averaging 13,243 miles per year, above 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 RJ03 VXX

MOT Status
Due date passed
186,087
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
13,243

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading186,087 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,523
Average per year13,243
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for RJ03 VXX 15k57k100k143k186k '06'19'13

Check RJ03 VXX

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage186,087 miles
Since last MOT+8,523 miles
PASS
Mileage177,564 miles
Since last MOT+8,674 miles
PASS
Mileage168,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,890 miles
Since last MOT+9,551 miles
PASS
Mileage159,339 miles
Since last MOT+12,423 miles
PASS
Mileage146,916 miles
Since last MOT+15,209 miles
FAIL
Mileage131,707 miles
Since last MOT+15,832 miles
PASS
Mileage115,875 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,875 miles
Since last MOT+16,972 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,903 miles
Since last MOT+17,396 miles
PASS
Mileage81,507 miles
Since last MOT+17,199 miles
PASS
Mileage64,308 miles
Since last MOT+19,559 miles
PASS
Mileage44,749 miles
Since last MOT+14,446 miles
PASS
Mileage30,303 miles
Since last MOT+9,353 miles
PASS
Mileage20,950 miles
Since last MOT+6,391 miles
PASS
Mileage14,559 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

RegistrationRJ03 VXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RJ03 VXX

What car is RJ03 VXX?

RJ03 VXX is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RJ03 VXX?

The last recorded mileage for RJ03 VXX was 186,087 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ03 VXX passed its MOT?

RJ03 VXX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2019.

Is RJ03 VXX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ03 VXX 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 RJ03 VXX?

RJ03 VXX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.