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YY03 FWD

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Beverley, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 82,496 miles on the clock, averaging 4,477 miles per year, well 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 FWD

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,496
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,477

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading82,496 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,415
Average per year4,477
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YY03 FWD 17k33k50k66k82k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,496 miles
Since last MOT+1,415 miles
PASS
Mileage81,081 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,074 miles
Since last MOT+3,126 miles
PASS
Mileage77,948 miles
Since last MOT+2,558 miles
PASS
Mileage75,390 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,390 miles
Since last MOT+4,523 miles
PASS
Mileage70,867 miles
Since last MOT+3,347 miles
PASS
Mileage67,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,520 miles
Since last MOT+3,176 miles
PASS
Mileage64,344 miles
Since last MOT+2,313 miles
PASS
Mileage62,031 miles
Since last MOT+3,204 miles
PASS
Mileage58,827 miles
Since last MOT+1,514 miles
PASS
Mileage57,313 miles
Since last MOT+4,447 miles
PASS
Mileage52,866 miles
Since last MOT+8,781 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,085 miles
Since last MOT+14,321 miles
PASS
Mileage29,764 miles
Since last MOT+8,737 miles
PASS
Mileage21,027 miles
Since last MOT+277 miles
PASS
Mileage20,750 miles
Since last MOT+4,177 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,573 miles

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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

RegistrationYY03 FWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYY — Beverley, Yorkshire
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About YY03 FWD

What car is YY03 FWD?

YY03 FWD is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.

What is the mileage of YY03 FWD?

The last recorded mileage for YY03 FWD was 82,496 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YY03 FWD passed its MOT?

YY03 FWD has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2020.

Is YY03 FWD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY03 FWD 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 FWD?

YY03 FWD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.