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 1200cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 12,024 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for VA03 LAE
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MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 12,024 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -103,488 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | VA03 LAE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About VA03 LAE
What car is VA03 LAE?
VA03 LAE is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VA03 LAE?
The last recorded mileage for VA03 LAE was 12,024 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA03 LAE passed its MOT?
VA03 LAE has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2017.
Is VA03 LAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA03 LAE 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 VA03 LAE?
VA03 LAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.