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YL03 DTN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 65,994 miles on the clock, averaging 2,493 miles per year, well 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 YL03 DTN

MOT Status
Due date passed
65,994
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
89%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
2,493

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

Low mileage
Latest reading65,994 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,458
Average per year2,493
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YL03 DTN 28k38k47k57k66k '06'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage65,994 miles
Since last MOT+1,458 miles
PASS
Mileage64,536 miles
Since last MOT+1,103 miles
PASS
Mileage63,433 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
PASS
Mileage61,733 miles
Since last MOT+1,729 miles
PASS
Mileage60,004 miles
Since last MOT+1,538 miles
PASS
Mileage58,466 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,464 miles
Since last MOT+1,771 miles
PASS
Mileage56,693 miles
Since last MOT+2,042 miles
PASS
Mileage54,651 miles
Since last MOT+2,139 miles
PASS
Mileage52,512 miles
Since last MOT+1,674 miles
PASS
Mileage50,838 miles
Since last MOT+1,841 miles
PASS
Mileage48,997 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,997 miles
Since last MOT+3,910 miles
PASS
Mileage45,087 miles
Since last MOT+4,495 miles
PASS
Mileage40,592 miles
Since last MOT+4,467 miles
PASS
Mileage36,125 miles
Since last MOT+4,403 miles
PASS
Mileage31,722 miles
Since last MOT+3,393 miles
PASS
Mileage28,329 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

RegistrationYL03 DTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYL — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YL03 DTN

What car is YL03 DTN?

YL03 DTN is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YL03 DTN?

The last recorded mileage for YL03 DTN was 65,994 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YL03 DTN passed its MOT?

YL03 DTN has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2021.

Is YL03 DTN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL03 DTN 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 YL03 DTN?

YL03 DTN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.