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 1198cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 13 (54% pass rate). It has 99,173 miles on the clock, averaging 3,695 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YL03 EAF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 99,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,172 |
| Average per year | 3,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YL03 EAF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YL03 EAF
What car is YL03 EAF?
YL03 EAF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YL03 EAF?
The last recorded mileage for YL03 EAF was 99,173 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL03 EAF passed its MOT?
YL03 EAF has had 28 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (15 passes, 13 failures). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2024.
Is YL03 EAF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL03 EAF 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 EAF?
YL03 EAF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.