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SB03 OBX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 159,088 miles on the clock, averaging 9,197 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SB03 OBX

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,088
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,197

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading159,088 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,187
Average per year9,197
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 OBX 51k78k105k132k159k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,088 miles
Since last MOT+6,187 miles
PASS
Mileage152,901 miles
Since last MOT+4,424 miles
PASS
Mileage148,477 miles
Since last MOT+15,727 miles
PASS
Mileage132,750 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,749 miles
Since last MOT+14,059 miles
PASS
Mileage118,690 miles
Since last MOT+8,859 miles
PASS
Mileage109,831 miles
Since last MOT+10,972 miles
PASS
Mileage98,859 miles
Since last MOT+13,484 miles
PASS
Mileage85,375 miles
Since last MOT+223 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,152 miles
PASS
Mileage120,720 miles
Since last MOT+9,286 miles
PASS
Mileage111,434 miles
Since last MOT+29,385 miles
PASS
Mileage82,049 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,044 miles
Since last MOT+12,110 miles
PASS
Mileage69,934 miles
Since last MOT+19,013 miles
PASS
Mileage50,921 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,921 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 OBX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 OBX

What car is SB03 OBX?

SB03 OBX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 OBX?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 OBX was 159,088 miles, recorded on 5 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 OBX passed its MOT?

SB03 OBX has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Mar 2018.

Is SB03 OBX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 OBX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SB03 OBX?

SB03 OBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.