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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 134,773 miles on the clock, averaging 8,589 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 SM03 OXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 134,773 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,082 |
| Average per year | 8,589 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SM03 OXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SM03 OXR
What car is SM03 OXR?
SM03 OXR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 OXR?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 OXR was 134,773 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 OXR passed its MOT?
SM03 OXR has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2018.
Is SM03 OXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 OXR 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 SM03 OXR?
SM03 OXR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.