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SL03 TXN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 101,256 miles on the clock, averaging 4,041 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 SL03 TXN

MOT Status
Due date passed
101,256
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
4,041

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading101,256 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,041
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL03 TXN 28k46k65k83k101k '06'24'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage101,256 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,256 miles
Since last MOT+3,140 miles
PASS
Mileage98,116 miles
Since last MOT+6,445 miles
PASS
Mileage91,671 miles
PASS
PASS
Mileage87,893 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,892 miles
Since last MOT+2,346 miles
PASS
Mileage85,546 miles
Since last MOT+6,270 miles
PASS
Mileage79,276 miles
Since last MOT+9,450 miles
PASS
Mileage69,826 miles
Since last MOT+4,816 miles
PASS
Mileage65,010 miles
Since last MOT+3,731 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,279 miles
Since last MOT+5,455 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,824 miles
Since last MOT+8,783 miles
PASS
Mileage47,041 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,041 miles
Since last MOT+6,177 miles
PASS
Mileage40,864 miles
Since last MOT+3,838 miles
PASS
Mileage37,026 miles
Since last MOT+9,023 miles
PASS
Mileage28,003 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 TXN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 TXN

What car is SL03 TXN?

SL03 TXN is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL03 TXN?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 TXN was 101,256 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 TXN passed its MOT?

SL03 TXN has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2024.

Is SL03 TXN ULEZ compliant?

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

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