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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 113,683 miles on the clock, averaging 9,522 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 SC53 PZN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,929 |
| Average per year | 9,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SC53 PZN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SC — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SC53 PZN
What car is SC53 PZN?
SC53 PZN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SC53 PZN?
The last recorded mileage for SC53 PZN was 113,683 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC53 PZN passed its MOT?
SC53 PZN has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2016.
Is SC53 PZN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC53 PZN 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 SC53 PZN?
SC53 PZN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.