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 Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 176,090 miles on the clock, averaging 12,195 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 RK03 JVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,090 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 12,195 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RK03 JVW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RK03 JVW
What car is RK03 JVW?
RK03 JVW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RK03 JVW?
The last recorded mileage for RK03 JVW was 176,090 miles, recorded on 16 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK03 JVW passed its MOT?
RK03 JVW has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 May 2017.
Is RK03 JVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK03 JVW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK03 JVW?
RK03 JVW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.