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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 106,345 miles on the clock, averaging 8,367 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 SF53 UCY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,345 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 253 |
| Average per year | 8,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SF53 UCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SF — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SF53 UCY
What car is SF53 UCY?
SF53 UCY is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SF53 UCY?
The last recorded mileage for SF53 UCY was 106,345 miles, recorded on 14 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SF53 UCY passed its MOT?
SF53 UCY has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Dec 2015.
Is SF53 UCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SF53 UCY 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 SF53 UCY?
SF53 UCY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.