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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 142,658 miles on the clock, averaging 11,206 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 SL03 YCH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,658 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,206 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 YCH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SL03 YCH
What car is SL03 YCH?
SL03 YCH is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL03 YCH?
The last recorded mileage for SL03 YCH was 142,658 miles, recorded on 12 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL03 YCH passed its MOT?
SL03 YCH has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Jan 2017.
Is SL03 YCH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 YCH 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 YCH?
SL03 YCH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.