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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 78,527 miles on the clock, averaging 4,542 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 ET52 CEN
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,527 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,542 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | ET52 CEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ET52 CEN
What car is ET52 CEN?
ET52 CEN is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of ET52 CEN?
The last recorded mileage for ET52 CEN was 78,527 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET52 CEN passed its MOT?
ET52 CEN has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2018.
Is ET52 CEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET52 CEN 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 ET52 CEN?
ET52 CEN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.