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 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 115,524 miles on the clock, averaging 5,693 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SH03 EXS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,524 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,693 |
| 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 | SH03 EXS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SH03 EXS
What car is SH03 EXS?
SH03 EXS is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH03 EXS?
The last recorded mileage for SH03 EXS was 115,524 miles, recorded on 10 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH03 EXS passed its MOT?
SH03 EXS has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 10 Apr 2019.
Is SH03 EXS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 EXS 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 SH03 EXS?
SH03 EXS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.