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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 143,525 miles on the clock, averaging 7,669 miles per year, around 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 PZO
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
About average| Latest reading | 143,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,871 |
| Average per year | 7,669 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 PZO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 PZO
What car is SC53 PZO?
SC53 PZO is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SC53 PZO?
The last recorded mileage for SC53 PZO was 143,525 miles, recorded on 12 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC53 PZO passed its MOT?
SC53 PZO has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Jul 2022.
Is SC53 PZO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC53 PZO 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 PZO?
SC53 PZO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.