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WN03 JKV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1422cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1422cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1422cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 135,753 miles on the clock, averaging 7,948 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump chain & balance shaft chain wear / failure and 2. injector unit (pd pump–dooer) wear & electrical failure. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for WN03 JKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
135,753
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,948

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading135,753 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,213
Average per year7,948
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WN03 JKV 38k62k87k111k136k '06'18'11

Check WN03 JKV

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage135,753 miles
Since last MOT+8,213 miles
PASS
Mileage127,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,540 miles
Since last MOT+5,148 miles
PASS
Mileage122,392 miles
Since last MOT+7,610 miles
PASS
Mileage114,782 miles
Since last MOT+7,044 miles
PASS
Mileage107,738 miles
Since last MOT+8,790 miles
PASS
Mileage98,948 miles
Since last MOT+5,332 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,616 miles
Since last MOT+5,230 miles
PASS
Mileage88,386 miles
Since last MOT+10,035 miles
PASS
Mileage78,351 miles
Since last MOT+9,533 miles
PASS
Mileage68,818 miles
Since last MOT+4,138 miles
PASS
Mileage64,680 miles
Since last MOT+12,142 miles
PASS
Mileage52,538 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,503 miles
Since last MOT+14,445 miles
PASS
Mileage38,058 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
PASS
Mileage38,044 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,044 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:

1. Oil Pump Chain & Balance Shaft Chain Wear / Failure

The chain driving the oil pump and balance shaft (where fitted) is undersized for the loads imposed by the three-cylinder engine's unbalanced firing impulses. Early models are particularly vulnerable; chain tensioner wear allows excessive slack, leading to chain stretch, skip, or catastrophic failure[1].

2. Injector Unit (PD Pump–Dooer) Wear & Electrical Failure

Worn plunger seals allow diesel and engine oil to mix; electrical spools fail (sticking or electrical contact wear). These are high-wear components under the extreme pressures of the PD system[1].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN03 JKV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1422cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWN — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WN03 JKV

What car is WN03 JKV?

WN03 JKV is a blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1422cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WN03 JKV?

The last recorded mileage for WN03 JKV was 135,753 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WN03 JKV passed its MOT?

WN03 JKV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 5 Oct 2018.

Is WN03 JKV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WN03 JKV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WN03 JKV?

WN03 JKV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.