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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 89,912 miles on the clock, averaging 4,919 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 RK03 JXE
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,912 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,163 |
| Average per year | 4,919 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RK03 JXE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RK03 JXE
What car is RK03 JXE?
RK03 JXE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RK03 JXE?
The last recorded mileage for RK03 JXE was 89,912 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK03 JXE passed its MOT?
RK03 JXE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 26 Sep 2018.
Is RK03 JXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK03 JXE 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 RK03 JXE?
RK03 JXE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.