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 Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 133,605 miles on the clock, averaging 10,836 miles per year, above 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 OAW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,605 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,626 |
| Average per year | 10,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YM03 OAW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YM03 OAW
What car is YM03 OAW?
YM03 OAW is a black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM03 OAW?
The last recorded mileage for YM03 OAW was 133,605 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM03 OAW passed its MOT?
YM03 OAW has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 12 Nov 2012.
Is YM03 OAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM03 OAW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is YM03 OAW?
YM03 OAW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.