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 1198cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 102,582 miles on the clock, averaging 6,391 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for RL03 NLD
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 | 102,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,391 |
| 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 | RL03 NLD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RL03 NLD
What car is RL03 NLD?
RL03 NLD is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RL03 NLD?
The last recorded mileage for RL03 NLD was 102,582 miles, recorded on 8 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL03 NLD passed its MOT?
RL03 NLD has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2018.
Is RL03 NLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 NLD 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 NLD?
RL03 NLD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.