2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · DU03 DWM
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 08 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 199,311 miles. MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 199,311 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DU03 DWM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2026
- 199,311 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DU03 DWM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (DU03 DWM) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
DU03 DWM Mileage History
- 12/02/2024191,757 mi
- 13/02/2024191,758 mi+1 mi
- 10/02/2025195,538 mi+3,780 mi
- 04/02/2026199,309 mi+3,771 mi
- 05/02/2026199,311 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 3,810 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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