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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 113,740 miles on the clock, averaging 4,263 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 YM03 OAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 113,740 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,263 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | YM03 OAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YM03 OAU
What car is YM03 OAU?
YM03 OAU is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM03 OAU?
The last recorded mileage for YM03 OAU was 113,740 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM03 OAU passed its MOT?
YM03 OAU has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2025.
Is YM03 OAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM03 OAU 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 YM03 OAU?
YM03 OAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.