2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · ST03 XYP
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 92,325 miles. MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,325 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST03 XYP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2025
- 92,325 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST03 XYP 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 (ST03 XYP) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”.
ST03 XYP Mileage History
- 25/10/202387,806 mi
- 25/10/202387,806 mi
- 22/10/202489,560 mi+1,754 mi
- 23/10/202489,560 mi
- 08/10/202592,325 mi+2,765 mi
Average of roughly 2,312 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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