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WV03 YHU

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 111,637 miles on the clock, averaging 7,715 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 WV03 YHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,637
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,715

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 reading111,637 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,715
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WV03 YHU 23k46k68k90k112k '06'17'11

Check WV03 YHU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,637 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,637 miles
Since last MOT+5,712 miles
PASS
Mileage105,925 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,925 miles
Since last MOT+6,517 miles
PASS
Mileage99,408 miles
Since last MOT+7,711 miles
PASS
Mileage91,697 miles
Since last MOT+6,681 miles
PASS
Mileage85,016 miles
Since last MOT+8,201 miles
PASS
Mileage76,815 miles
Since last MOT+7,413 miles
PASS
Mileage69,402 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,402 miles
Since last MOT+9,068 miles
PASS
Mileage60,334 miles
Since last MOT+12,299 miles
PASS
Mileage48,035 miles
Since last MOT+3,089 miles
PASS
Mileage44,946 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,946 miles
Since last MOT+8,565 miles
PASS
Mileage36,381 miles
Since last MOT+5,703 miles
PASS
Mileage30,678 miles
Since last MOT+7,094 miles
PASS
Mileage23,584 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,498 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

RegistrationWV03 YHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About WV03 YHU

What car is WV03 YHU?

WV03 YHU is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WV03 YHU?

The last recorded mileage for WV03 YHU was 111,637 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV03 YHU passed its MOT?

WV03 YHU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2017.

Is WV03 YHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV03 YHU 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 WV03 YHU?

WV03 YHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.