2003 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · SC03 MLN
2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 97,276 miles. MOT expired on 08 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,276 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SC03 MLN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/10/2025
- 97,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SC03 MLN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (SC03 MLN) between September 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 15 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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.
SC03 MLN Mileage History
- 22/09/202179,891 mi
- 12/09/202280,216 mi+325 mi
- 20/09/202387,207 mi+6,991 mi
- 10/10/202491,672 mi+4,465 mi
- 10/10/202597,276 mi+5,604 mi
Average of roughly 4,293 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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