2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · H18 EBE
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 07 May 2003. Recorded mileage 23,731 miles. MOT valid until 26 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 23,731 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H18 EBE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2026
- 23,731 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H18 EBE 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 (H18 EBE) between May 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
H18 EBE Mileage History
- 11/05/202222,235 mi
- 09/05/202322,619 mi+384 mi
- 30/04/202422,981 mi+362 mi
- 13/05/202523,349 mi+368 mi
- 29/04/202623,731 mi+382 mi
Average of roughly 377 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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