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SL03 YHG

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 57,818 miles on the clock, averaging 2,020 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SL03 YHG

MOT Status
Due date passed
57,818
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
65%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
2,020

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 reading57,818 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,020
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SL03 YHG 30k37k44k51k58k '05'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage57,818 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,818 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
PASS
Mileage57,802 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,756 miles
Since last MOT+1,572 miles
PASS
Mileage56,184 miles
Since last MOT+1,616 miles
PASS
Mileage54,568 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,637 miles
Since last MOT+1,293 miles
PASS
Mileage53,344 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,344 miles
Since last MOT+1,151 miles
PASS
Mileage52,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,193 miles
Since last MOT+1,594 miles
PASS
Mileage50,599 miles
Since last MOT+1,119 miles
PASS
Mileage49,480 miles
Since last MOT+2,459 miles
PASS
Mileage47,021 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,021 miles
Since last MOT+4,815 miles
PASS
Mileage42,206 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,206 miles
Since last MOT+4,399 miles
PASS
Mileage37,807 miles
Since last MOT+4,372 miles
PASS
Mileage33,435 miles
Since last MOT+3,441 miles
PASS
Mileage29,994 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 YHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSL — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SL03 YHG

What car is SL03 YHG?

SL03 YHG is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.

What is the mileage of SL03 YHG?

The last recorded mileage for SL03 YHG was 57,818 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SL03 YHG passed its MOT?

SL03 YHG has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2019.

Is SL03 YHG ULEZ compliant?

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

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