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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 175,365 miles on the clock, averaging 11,838 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 AD52 SBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 175,365 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,838 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AD52 SBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AD52 SBY
What car is AD52 SBY?
AD52 SBY is an purple Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AD52 SBY?
The last recorded mileage for AD52 SBY was 175,365 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD52 SBY passed its MOT?
AD52 SBY has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2018.
Is AD52 SBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD52 SBY 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 AD52 SBY?
AD52 SBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.