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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 45,378 miles on the clock, averaging 4,448 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 RL03 JSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,378 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,378 |
| Average per year | 4,448 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | RL03 JSX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RL03 JSX
What car is RL03 JSX?
RL03 JSX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RL03 JSX?
The last recorded mileage for RL03 JSX was 45,378 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL03 JSX passed its MOT?
RL03 JSX has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2014.
Is RL03 JSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 JSX 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 RL03 JSX?
RL03 JSX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.