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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 168,211 miles on the clock, averaging 12,867 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SY03 MDJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,211 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 12,867 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SY03 MDJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SY03 MDJ
What car is SY03 MDJ?
SY03 MDJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY03 MDJ?
The last recorded mileage for SY03 MDJ was 168,211 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY03 MDJ passed its MOT?
SY03 MDJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2017.
Is SY03 MDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY03 MDJ 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 SY03 MDJ?
SY03 MDJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.