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 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 146,252 miles on the clock, averaging 7,928 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 DA52 PKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,252 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 264 |
| Average per year | 7,928 |
| 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 | DA52 PKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DA52 PKV
What car is DA52 PKV?
DA52 PKV is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DA52 PKV?
The last recorded mileage for DA52 PKV was 146,252 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA52 PKV passed its MOT?
DA52 PKV has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2019.
Is DA52 PKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA52 PKV 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 DA52 PKV?
DA52 PKV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.