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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 141,469 miles on the clock, averaging 10,156 miles per year, above 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 SP03 XSF
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 | 141,469 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,156 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SP03 XSF |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SP — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SP03 XSF
What car is SP03 XSF?
SP03 XSF is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of SP03 XSF?
The last recorded mileage for SP03 XSF was 141,469 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SP03 XSF passed its MOT?
SP03 XSF has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2016.
Is SP03 XSF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SP03 XSF 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 SP03 XSF?
SP03 XSF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.