2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · HG03 DFN
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 12 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 111,977 miles. MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,977 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HG03 DFN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2026
- 111,977 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HG03 DFN 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 (HG03 DFN) between April 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
HG03 DFN Mileage History
- 11/04/202399,354 mi
- 08/04/2024103,493 mi+4,139 mi
- 09/04/2025107,655 mi+4,162 mi
- 09/04/2025107,655 mi
- 26/03/2026111,977 mi+4,322 mi
Average of roughly 4,269 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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