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SB53 CYX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 154,127 miles on the clock, averaging 10,954 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 SB53 CYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,127
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
10,954

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,127 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,954
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SB53 CYX 27k59k91k122k154k '06'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,127 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,127 miles
Since last MOT+5,585 miles
PASS
Mileage148,542 miles
Since last MOT+5,704 miles
PASS
Mileage142,838 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage142,838 miles
Since last MOT+7,481 miles
PASS
Mileage135,357 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,357 miles
Since last MOT+13,520 miles
PASS
Mileage121,837 miles
Since last MOT+13,552 miles
PASS
Mileage108,285 miles
Since last MOT+15,201 miles
PASS
Mileage93,084 miles
Since last MOT+13,662 miles
PASS
Mileage79,422 miles
Since last MOT+14,316 miles
PASS
Mileage65,106 miles
Since last MOT+11,406 miles
PASS
Mileage53,700 miles
Since last MOT+13,249 miles
PASS
Mileage40,451 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,449 miles
Since last MOT+13,310 miles
PASS
Mileage27,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,139 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

RegistrationSB53 CYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SB53 CYX

What car is SB53 CYX?

SB53 CYX is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB53 CYX?

The last recorded mileage for SB53 CYX was 154,127 miles, recorded on 2 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB53 CYX passed its MOT?

SB53 CYX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2018.

Is SB53 CYX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 CYX 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 SB53 CYX?

SB53 CYX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.