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 Diesel 1896cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 14 (52% pass rate). It has 168,369 miles on the clock, averaging 8,816 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 SH03 FDN
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
About average| Latest reading | 168,369 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 304 |
| Average per year | 8,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 FDN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SH03 FDN
What car is SH03 FDN?
SH03 FDN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH03 FDN?
The last recorded mileage for SH03 FDN was 168,369 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH03 FDN passed its MOT?
SH03 FDN has had 29 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (15 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2020.
Is SH03 FDN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 FDN 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 SH03 FDN?
SH03 FDN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.