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 1400cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 120,792 miles on the clock, averaging 9,110 miles per year, above 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 YB03 VPM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,792 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22 |
| Average per year | 9,110 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YB03 VPM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YB03 VPM
What car is YB03 VPM?
YB03 VPM is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB03 VPM?
The last recorded mileage for YB03 VPM was 120,792 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB03 VPM passed its MOT?
YB03 VPM has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2017.
Is YB03 VPM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB03 VPM 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 YB03 VPM?
YB03 VPM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.