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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 99,981 miles on the clock, averaging 7,387 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 SX03 BUP
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,981 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,033 |
| Average per year | 7,387 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SX03 BUP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SX03 BUP
What car is SX03 BUP?
SX03 BUP is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SX03 BUP?
The last recorded mileage for SX03 BUP was 99,981 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX03 BUP passed its MOT?
SX03 BUP has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2017.
Is SX03 BUP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX03 BUP 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 SX03 BUP?
SX03 BUP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.