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SD03 ETA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 77,900 miles on the clock, averaging 17,678 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 SD03 ETA

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,900
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
17,678

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 reading77,900 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19,312
Average per year17,678
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SD03 ETA 41k50k60k69k78k '06'08'07

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,900 miles
Since last MOT+19,312 miles
PASS
Mileage58,588 miles
Since last MOT+735 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,853 miles
Since last MOT+16,498 miles
PASS
Mileage41,355 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

RegistrationSD03 ETA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SD03 ETA

What car is SD03 ETA?

SD03 ETA is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SD03 ETA?

The last recorded mileage for SD03 ETA was 77,900 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD03 ETA passed its MOT?

SD03 ETA has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Apr 2008.

Is SD03 ETA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD03 ETA 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 SD03 ETA?

SD03 ETA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.