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 1390cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 135,957 miles on the clock, averaging 7,935 miles per year, around 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 CA52 LXJ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,957 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,784 |
| Average per year | 7,935 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CA52 LXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CA — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CA52 LXJ
What car is CA52 LXJ?
CA52 LXJ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CA52 LXJ?
The last recorded mileage for CA52 LXJ was 135,957 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CA52 LXJ passed its MOT?
CA52 LXJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2020.
Is CA52 LXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CA52 LXJ 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 LXJ?
CA52 LXJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.