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 1400cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 103,402 miles on the clock, averaging 7,528 miles per year, around 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 SM03 TVE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,658 |
| Average per year | 7,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM03 TVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SM03 TVE
What car is SM03 TVE?
SM03 TVE is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 TVE?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 TVE was 103,402 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 TVE passed its MOT?
SM03 TVE has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2016.
Is SM03 TVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 TVE 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 SM03 TVE?
SM03 TVE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.