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SH53 UYX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 70,324 miles on the clock, averaging 3,768 miles per year, well 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 SH53 UYX

MOT Status
Due date passed
70,324
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,768

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading70,324 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,341
Average per year3,768
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH53 UYX 30k40k50k60k70k '06'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage70,324 miles
Since last MOT+5,341 miles
PASS
Mileage64,983 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,983 miles
Since last MOT+3,608 miles
PASS
Mileage61,375 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,339 miles
Since last MOT+3,576 miles
PASS
Mileage57,763 miles
Since last MOT+2,517 miles
PASS
Mileage55,246 miles
Since last MOT+3,462 miles
PASS
Mileage51,784 miles
Since last MOT+4,460 miles
PASS
Mileage47,324 miles
Since last MOT+3,346 miles
PASS
Mileage43,978 miles
Since last MOT+3,279 miles
PASS
Mileage40,699 miles
Since last MOT+3,454 miles
PASS
Mileage37,245 miles
Since last MOT+7,358 miles
PASS
Mileage29,887 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 UYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SH53 UYX

What car is SH53 UYX?

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

What is the mileage of SH53 UYX?

The last recorded mileage for SH53 UYX was 70,324 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH53 UYX passed its MOT?

SH53 UYX has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2017.

Is SH53 UYX ULEZ compliant?

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

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