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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 74,372 miles on the clock, averaging 3,966 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 DWN
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,372 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,966 |
| 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 DWN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CA52 DWN
What car is CA52 DWN?
CA52 DWN is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CA52 DWN?
The last recorded mileage for CA52 DWN was 74,372 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA52 DWN passed its MOT?
CA52 DWN has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2019.
Is CA52 DWN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA52 DWN 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 DWN?
CA52 DWN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.