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AX03 SXH

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 111,340 miles on the clock, averaging 6,313 miles per year, 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 AX03 SXH

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,340
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,313

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,340 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,826
Average per year6,313
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AX03 SXH 14k39k63k87k111k '06'21'14

Check AX03 SXH

Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,340 miles
Since last MOT+2,826 miles
PASS
Mileage108,514 miles
Since last MOT+1,537 miles
PASS
Mileage106,977 miles
Since last MOT+9,058 miles
PASS
Mileage97,919 miles
Since last MOT+10,941 miles
PASS
Mileage86,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,978 miles
Since last MOT+9,695 miles
PASS
Mileage77,283 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,282 miles
Since last MOT+8,089 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,193 miles
Since last MOT+9,366 miles
PASS
Mileage59,827 miles
Since last MOT+13,629 miles
PASS
Mileage46,198 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,198 miles
Since last MOT+6,061 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,137 miles
Since last MOT+3,175 miles
PASS
Mileage36,962 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage36,956 miles
Since last MOT+2,771 miles
PASS
Mileage34,185 miles
Since last MOT+1,856 miles
PASS
Mileage32,329 miles
Since last MOT+7,342 miles
PASS
Mileage24,987 miles
Since last MOT+7,445 miles
PASS
Mileage17,542 miles
Since last MOT+3,110 miles
PASS
Mileage14,432 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

RegistrationAX03 SXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAX — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AX03 SXH

What car is AX03 SXH?

AX03 SXH is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AX03 SXH?

The last recorded mileage for AX03 SXH was 111,340 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AX03 SXH passed its MOT?

AX03 SXH has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2021.

Is AX03 SXH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 SXH 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 AX03 SXH?

AX03 SXH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.