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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 109,975 miles on the clock, averaging 5,350 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 RV03 VKW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,350 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | RV03 VKW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RV03 VKW
What car is RV03 VKW?
RV03 VKW is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RV03 VKW?
The last recorded mileage for RV03 VKW was 109,975 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV03 VKW passed its MOT?
RV03 VKW has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2025.
Is RV03 VKW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 VKW 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 RV03 VKW?
RV03 VKW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.