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 1390cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 130,709 miles on the clock, averaging 7,017 miles per year, 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 SM03 VBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,709 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,017 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 VBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SM03 VBV
What car is SM03 VBV?
SM03 VBV is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 VBV?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 VBV was 130,709 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 VBV passed its MOT?
SM03 VBV has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2022.
Is SM03 VBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 VBV 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 VBV?
SM03 VBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.