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 1200cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 47,715 miles on the clock, averaging 7,674 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 PHY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 47,715 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,799 |
| Average per year | 7,674 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | SL03 PHY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SL03 PHY
What car is SL03 PHY?
SL03 PHY is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL03 PHY?
The last recorded mileage for SL03 PHY was 47,715 miles, recorded on 9 May 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL03 PHY passed its MOT?
SL03 PHY has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2009.
Is SL03 PHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 PHY 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 SL03 PHY?
SL03 PHY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.