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 1200cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 90,638 miles on the clock, averaging 6,593 miles per year, 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 SA53 KSO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 6,593 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SA53 KSO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SA53 KSO
What car is SA53 KSO?
SA53 KSO is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA53 KSO?
The last recorded mileage for SA53 KSO was 90,638 miles, recorded on 21 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA53 KSO passed its MOT?
SA53 KSO has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 21 May 2019.
Is SA53 KSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA53 KSO 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 SA53 KSO?
SA53 KSO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.