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 Petrol 1200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 73,120 miles on the clock, averaging 3,131 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for CA52 DWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,120 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,131 |
| 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 | CA52 DWJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CA52 DWJ
What car is CA52 DWJ?
CA52 DWJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CA52 DWJ?
The last recorded mileage for CA52 DWJ was 73,120 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA52 DWJ passed its MOT?
CA52 DWJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2022.
Is CA52 DWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA52 DWJ 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 CA52 DWJ?
CA52 DWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.