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SL03 OGE

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 140,000 miles on the clock, averaging 7,935 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 SL03 OGE

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,000
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
92%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
7,935

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading140,000 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,816
Average per year7,935
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL03 OGE 61k81k101k120k140k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,000 miles
Since last MOT+10,816 miles
PASS
Mileage129,184 miles
Since last MOT+7,735 miles
PASS
Mileage121,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,920 miles
PASS
Mileage113,529 miles
Since last MOT+7,707 miles
PASS
Mileage105,822 miles
Since last MOT+10,795 miles
PASS
Mileage95,027 miles
Since last MOT+13,601 miles
PASS
Mileage81,426 miles
Since last MOT+4,114 miles
PASS
Mileage77,312 miles
Since last MOT+6,666 miles
PASS
Mileage70,646 miles
Since last MOT+4,738 miles
PASS
Mileage65,908 miles
Since last MOT+4,901 miles
PASS
Mileage61,007 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,007 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

RegistrationSL03 OGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 OGE

What car is SL03 OGE?

SL03 OGE is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL03 OGE?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 OGE was 140,000 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 OGE passed its MOT?

SL03 OGE has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Mar 2016.

Is SL03 OGE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 OGE 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 SL03 OGE?

SL03 OGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.