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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 119,211 miles on the clock, averaging 6,735 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 YP03 PLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,383 |
| Average per year | 6,735 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | YP03 PLJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YP — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YP03 PLJ
What car is YP03 PLJ?
YP03 PLJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YP03 PLJ?
The last recorded mileage for YP03 PLJ was 119,211 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YP03 PLJ passed its MOT?
YP03 PLJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2021.
Is YP03 PLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YP03 PLJ 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 YP03 PLJ?
YP03 PLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.