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WM03 NMV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 86,861 miles on the clock, averaging 6,367 miles per year, 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 WM03 NMV

MOT Status
Due date passed
86,861
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,367

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading86,861 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,367
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WM03 NMV 16k34k52k69k87k '06'17'12

Check WM03 NMV

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage86,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,861 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,842 miles
Since last MOT+11,787 miles
PASS
Mileage75,055 miles
Since last MOT+10,313 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,742 miles
Since last MOT+5,151 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,591 miles
Since last MOT+7,359 miles
PASS
Mileage52,232 miles
Since last MOT+4,944 miles
PASS
Mileage47,288 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,288 miles
Since last MOT+4,254 miles
PASS
Mileage43,034 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,029 miles
Since last MOT+3,957 miles
PASS
Mileage39,072 miles
Since last MOT+4,798 miles
PASS
Mileage34,274 miles
Since last MOT+5,963 miles
PASS
Mileage28,311 miles
Since last MOT+5,681 miles
PASS
Mileage22,630 miles
Since last MOT+6,250 miles
PASS
Mileage16,380 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

RegistrationWM03 NMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WM03 NMV

What car is WM03 NMV?

WM03 NMV is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WM03 NMV?

The last recorded mileage for WM03 NMV was 86,861 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM03 NMV passed its MOT?

WM03 NMV has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2017.

Is WM03 NMV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM03 NMV 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 WM03 NMV?

WM03 NMV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.