Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 93,568 miles on the clock, averaging 4,906 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for MA03 SZD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,568 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,963 |
| Average per year | 4,906 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA03 SZD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About MA03 SZD
What car is MA03 SZD?
MA03 SZD is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA03 SZD?
The last recorded mileage for MA03 SZD was 93,568 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA03 SZD passed its MOT?
MA03 SZD has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Jun 2023.
Is MA03 SZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA03 SZD 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 MA03 SZD?
MA03 SZD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.