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 1200cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 121,664 miles on the clock, averaging 5,394 miles per year, 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 YME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,664 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19 |
| Average per year | 5,394 |
| 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 YME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YL03 YME
What car is YL03 YME?
YL03 YME is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YL03 YME?
The last recorded mileage for YL03 YME was 121,664 miles, recorded on 14 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL03 YME passed its MOT?
YL03 YME has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2024.
Is YL03 YME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL03 YME 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 YME?
YL03 YME is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.