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AD52 WPV

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 Petrol 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 89,582 miles on the clock, averaging 4,565 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for AD52 WPV

MOT Status
Due date passed
89,582
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
4,565

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading89,582 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,565
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AD52 WPV 33k47k61k75k90k '06'18'11

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,582 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,581 miles
Since last MOT+3,351 miles
PASS
Mileage86,230 miles
Since last MOT+6,380 miles
PASS
Mileage79,850 miles
Since last MOT+908 miles
PASS
Mileage78,942 miles
Since last MOT+2,670 miles
PASS
Mileage76,272 miles
Since last MOT+995 miles
PASS
Mileage75,277 miles
Since last MOT+12,944 miles
PASS
Mileage62,333 miles
Since last MOT+14,825 miles
PASS
Mileage47,508 miles
Since last MOT+2,035 miles
PASS
Mileage45,473 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,472 miles
Since last MOT+1,477 miles
PASS
Mileage43,995 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,994 miles
Since last MOT+1,216 miles
PASS
Mileage42,778 miles
Since last MOT+1,114 miles
PASS
Mileage41,664 miles
Since last MOT+1,799 miles
PASS
Mileage39,865 miles
Since last MOT+6,638 miles
PASS
Mileage33,227 miles

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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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 WPV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAD — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AD52 WPV

What car is AD52 WPV?

AD52 WPV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AD52 WPV?

The last recorded mileage for AD52 WPV was 89,582 miles, recorded on 30 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AD52 WPV passed its MOT?

AD52 WPV has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2018.

Is AD52 WPV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD52 WPV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AD52 WPV?

AD52 WPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.