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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 101,441 miles on the clock, averaging 6,915 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YY03 ECX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,441 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,150 |
| Average per year | 6,915 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YY03 ECX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YY03 ECX
What car is YY03 ECX?
YY03 ECX is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.
What is the mileage of YY03 ECX?
The last recorded mileage for YY03 ECX was 101,441 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY03 ECX passed its MOT?
YY03 ECX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2017.
Is YY03 ECX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY03 ECX 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 YY03 ECX?
YY03 ECX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.