No, SO03 JOU is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for SO03 JOU?

The MOT for SO03 JOU is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 August 2017.

What is the recorded mileage of SO03 JOU?

The recorded mileage for SO03 JOU is 166,827 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SO03 JOU ULEZ compliant?

No, SO03 JOU 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 1.4L Diesel · SO03 JOU

SO03 JOU

2003 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01/06/2003. Recorded mileage 166,827 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2003 · Edinburgh
MOT Status: Valid until 23/08/2017
Road Tax: Untaxed (30/11/2017)
Recorded Mileage: 166,827 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 23/08/2017

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 30/11/2017

Mileage: 166,827 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 2003
Engine: 1422cc

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SO03 JOU Key Findings

14 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2016
166,827 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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SO03 JOU Mileage History

09/06/200658,702 mi
09/06/200658,702 mi
08/06/200770,823 mi+12,121 mi
08/06/200770,823 mi
18/06/200883,418 mi+12,595 mi
17/06/200998,706 mi+15,288 mi
19/06/200998,708 mi+2 mi
24/07/2010117,608 mi+18,900 mi
29/07/2011132,769 mi+15,161 mi
01/08/2012139,516 mi+6,747 mi
24/07/2013145,077 mi+5,561 mi
12/08/2014152,579 mi+7,502 mi
11/08/2015160,240 mi+7,661 mi
24/08/2016166,827 mi+6,587 mi

Average of roughly 10,590 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.

SO03 JOU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 02:45

MOT Analysis

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14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Polo (SO03 JOU) between June 2006 and August 2016.

The record contains 11 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 24 August 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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: “Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)”; “Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)”; “Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A”.

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