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 1390cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 126,696 miles on the clock, averaging 6,018 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SD03 ETU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,633 |
| Average per year | 6,018 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SD03 ETU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SD03 ETU
What car is SD03 ETU?
SD03 ETU is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SD03 ETU?
The last recorded mileage for SD03 ETU was 126,696 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD03 ETU passed its MOT?
SD03 ETU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 19 Jan 2023.
Is SD03 ETU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD03 ETU 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 SD03 ETU?
SD03 ETU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.