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SH53 JVO

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourGreen
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 8 (53% pass rate). It has 116,045 miles on the clock, averaging 9,108 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 SH53 JVO

MOT Status
Due date passed
116,045
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,108

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading116,045 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,108
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH53 JVO 20k44k68k92k116k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage116,045 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,045 miles
Since last MOT+9,480 miles
PASS
Mileage106,565 miles
Since last MOT+111 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,454 miles
Since last MOT+10,728 miles
PASS
Mileage95,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,726 miles
Since last MOT+8,386 miles
PASS
Mileage87,340 miles
Since last MOT+7,708 miles
PASS
Mileage79,632 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,778 miles
Since last MOT+9,883 miles
PASS
Mileage69,895 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,895 miles
Since last MOT+9,355 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,750 miles
PASS
Mileage50,790 miles
Since last MOT+7,321 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,469 miles
Since last MOT+10,193 miles
PASS
Mileage33,276 miles
Since last MOT+12,859 miles
PASS
Mileage20,417 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,417 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

RegistrationSH53 JVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SH53 JVO

What car is SH53 JVO?

SH53 JVO is an green Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH53 JVO?

The last recorded mileage for SH53 JVO was 116,045 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH53 JVO passed its MOT?

SH53 JVO has had 17 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (9 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2017.

Is SH53 JVO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 JVO 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 SH53 JVO?

SH53 JVO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.