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SA03 TLY

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 82,196 miles on the clock, averaging 5,188 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 SA03 TLY

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,196
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,188

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,196 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year5,188
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SA03 TLY 21k36k52k67k82k '06'17'12

Check SA03 TLY

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,196 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,193 miles
Since last MOT+6,561 miles
PASS
Mileage75,632 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,632 miles
Since last MOT+3,553 miles
PASS
Mileage72,079 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,079 miles
Since last MOT+3,155 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,924 miles
Since last MOT+2,766 miles
PASS
Mileage66,158 miles
Since last MOT+2,874 miles
PASS
Mileage63,284 miles
Since last MOT+3,554 miles
PASS
Mileage59,730 miles
Since last MOT+7,267 miles
PASS
Mileage52,463 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,463 miles
Since last MOT+7,018 miles
PASS
Mileage45,445 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,445 miles
Since last MOT+12,623 miles
PASS
Mileage32,822 miles
Since last MOT+5,790 miles
PASS
Mileage27,032 miles
Since last MOT+6,102 miles
PASS
Mileage20,930 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 TLY
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 TLY

What car is SA03 TLY?

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

What is the mileage of SA03 TLY?

The last recorded mileage for SA03 TLY was 82,196 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SA03 TLY passed its MOT?

SA03 TLY has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2017.

Is SA03 TLY ULEZ compliant?

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

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