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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 49,855 miles on the clock, averaging 1,779 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 SB03 XYS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,286 |
| Average per year | 1,779 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SB03 XYS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SB03 XYS
What car is SB03 XYS?
SB03 XYS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB03 XYS?
The last recorded mileage for SB03 XYS was 49,855 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB03 XYS passed its MOT?
SB03 XYS has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2022.
Is SB03 XYS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 XYS 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 SB03 XYS?
SB03 XYS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.