The road tax status for SA03 OSM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SA03 OSM?

The MOT for SA03 OSM is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 December 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of SA03 OSM?

The recorded mileage for SA03 OSM is 78,617 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SA03 OSM ULEZ compliant?

No, SA03 OSM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · SA03 OSM

SA03 OSM

2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 12/03/2003. Recorded mileage 78,617 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2003 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 07/12/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,617 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 07/12/2024

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Mileage: 78,617 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 1198cc

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SA03 OSM Key Findings

20 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2023
78,617 miles recorded at latest MOT
8 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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SA03 OSM Mileage History

01/07/201022,235 mi
01/07/201022,235 mi
01/11/201128,818 mi+6,583 mi
01/11/201128,818 mi
01/11/201233,881 mi+5,063 mi
08/10/201337,867 mi+3,986 mi
08/10/201337,867 mi
03/11/201443,448 mi+5,581 mi
08/03/201649,639 mi+6,191 mi
18/03/201649,639 mi
18/08/201652,057 mi+2,418 mi
05/07/201955,660 mi+3,603 mi
13/02/202158,711 mi+3,051 mi
13/02/202158,711 mi
28/03/202267,722 mi+9,011 mi
30/03/202267,722 mi
14/03/202373,212 mi+5,490 mi
15/03/202373,212 mi
08/12/202378,617 mi+5,405 mi
08/12/202378,617 mi

Average of roughly 4,196 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

SA03 OSM MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 12 Sept 2026, 08:08

MOT Analysis

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20 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (SA03 OSM) between July 2010 and December 2023.

The record contains 12 passes and 8 failures.

The most recent test on 08 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (15 issues), Lighting (14 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 36 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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