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RX03 UCN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 84,983 miles on the clock, averaging 4,153 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 RX03 UCN

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,983
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
90%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,153

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading84,983 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year4,153
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RX03 UCN 14k31k49k67k85k '06'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,983 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,973 miles
Since last MOT+7,045 miles
PASS
Mileage77,928 miles
Since last MOT+4,654 miles
PASS
Mileage73,274 miles
Since last MOT+1,457 miles
PASS
Mileage71,817 miles
Since last MOT+1,959 miles
PASS
Mileage69,858 miles
Since last MOT+3,531 miles
PASS
Mileage66,327 miles
Since last MOT+2,900 miles
PASS
Mileage63,427 miles
Since last MOT+980 miles
PASS
Mileage62,447 miles
Since last MOT+4,687 miles
PASS
Mileage57,760 miles
Since last MOT+3,911 miles
PASS
Mileage53,849 miles
Since last MOT+4,501 miles
PASS
Mileage49,348 miles
Since last MOT+3,774 miles
PASS
Mileage45,574 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,574 miles
Since last MOT+3,978 miles
PASS
Mileage41,596 miles
Since last MOT+5,342 miles
PASS
Mileage36,254 miles
Since last MOT+4,838 miles
PASS
Mileage31,416 miles
Since last MOT+5,788 miles
PASS
Mileage25,628 miles
Since last MOT+2,650 miles
PASS
Mileage22,978 miles
Since last MOT+5,367 miles
PASS
Mileage17,611 miles
Since last MOT+4,083 miles
PASS
Mileage13,528 miles

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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

RegistrationRX03 UCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRX — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About RX03 UCN

What car is RX03 UCN?

RX03 UCN is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RX03 UCN?

The last recorded mileage for RX03 UCN was 84,983 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RX03 UCN passed its MOT?

RX03 UCN has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2023.

Is RX03 UCN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX03 UCN 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 RX03 UCN?

RX03 UCN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.