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WD03 BGX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 66,198 miles on the clock, averaging 7,739 miles per year, around 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 WD03 BGX

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,198
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
7,739

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading66,198 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12,637
Average per year7,739
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WD03 BGX 13k27k40k53k66k '06'13'09

Check WD03 BGX

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,198 miles
Since last MOT+12,637 miles
PASS
Mileage53,561 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,559 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage48,668 miles
Since last MOT+8,070 miles
PASS
Mileage40,598 miles
Since last MOT+7,012 miles
PASS
Mileage33,586 miles
Since last MOT+7,041 miles
PASS
Mileage26,545 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,545 miles
Since last MOT+6,457 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,088 miles
Since last MOT+6,531 miles
PASS
Mileage13,557 miles
Since last MOT+159 miles
PASS
Mileage13,398 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

RegistrationWD03 BGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWD — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WD03 BGX

What car is WD03 BGX?

WD03 BGX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WD03 BGX?

The last recorded mileage for WD03 BGX was 66,198 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WD03 BGX passed its MOT?

WD03 BGX has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Jun 2013.

Is WD03 BGX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WD03 BGX 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 WD03 BGX?

WD03 BGX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.