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AP52 JMO

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, 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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 66,362 miles on the clock, averaging 3,385 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 AP52 JMO

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,362
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
3,385

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,362 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,951
Average per year3,385
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AP52 JMO 11k25k39k53k66k '06'22'13

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage66,362 miles
Since last MOT+6,951 miles
PASS
Mileage59,411 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,409 miles
Since last MOT+17,039 miles
PASS
Mileage42,370 miles
Since last MOT+4,071 miles
PASS
Mileage38,299 miles
Since last MOT+1,802 miles
PASS
Mileage36,497 miles
Since last MOT+1,968 miles
PASS
Mileage34,529 miles
Since last MOT+2,561 miles
PASS
Mileage31,968 miles
Since last MOT+2,050 miles
PASS
Mileage29,918 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,918 miles
Since last MOT+2,466 miles
PASS
Mileage27,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,452 miles
Since last MOT+2,236 miles
PASS
Mileage25,216 miles
Since last MOT+2,090 miles
PASS
Mileage23,126 miles
Since last MOT+1,893 miles
PASS
Mileage21,233 miles
Since last MOT+3,161 miles
PASS
Mileage18,072 miles
Since last MOT+4,180 miles
PASS
Mileage13,892 miles
Since last MOT+2,732 miles
PASS
Mileage11,160 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

RegistrationAP52 JMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AP52 JMO

What car is AP52 JMO?

AP52 JMO is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AP52 JMO?

The last recorded mileage for AP52 JMO was 66,362 miles, recorded on 17 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP52 JMO passed its MOT?

AP52 JMO has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 17 May 2022.

Is AP52 JMO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP52 JMO 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 AP52 JMO?

AP52 JMO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.