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SA03 TKN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 58,472 miles on the clock, averaging 3,941 miles per year, well 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 SA03 TKN

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,472
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
3,941

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,472 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,349
Average per year3,941
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA03 TKN 11k23k35k47k58k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage58,472 miles
Since last MOT+1,349 miles
PASS
Mileage57,123 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,115 miles
Since last MOT+1,836 miles
PASS
Mileage55,279 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,279 miles
Since last MOT+7,902 miles
PASS
Mileage47,377 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,374 miles
Since last MOT+8,354 miles
PASS
Mileage39,020 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,020 miles
Since last MOT+7,989 miles
PASS
Mileage31,031 miles
Since last MOT+6,365 miles
PASS
Mileage24,666 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,642 miles
Since last MOT+1,426 miles
PASS
Mileage23,216 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,216 miles
Since last MOT+1,495 miles
PASS
Mileage21,721 miles
Since last MOT+1,758 miles
PASS
Mileage19,963 miles
Since last MOT+1,916 miles
PASS
Mileage18,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,850 miles
PASS
Mileage15,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage15,197 miles
Since last MOT+3,736 miles
PASS
Mileage11,461 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

RegistrationSA03 TKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSA — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SA03 TKN

What car is SA03 TKN?

SA03 TKN is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SA03 TKN?

The last recorded mileage for SA03 TKN was 58,472 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA03 TKN passed its MOT?

SA03 TKN has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 26 Feb 2018.

Is SA03 TKN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA03 TKN 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 SA03 TKN?

SA03 TKN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.