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ET52 OOY

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 55,183 miles on the clock, averaging 14,096 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for ET52 OOY

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,183
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
14,096

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading55,183 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,096
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ET52 OOY 39k43k47k51k55k '06'07'07

Check ET52 OOY

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,183 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,183 miles
Since last MOT+16,402 miles
PASS
Mileage38,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,781 miles

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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

RegistrationET52 OOY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeET — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ET52 OOY

What car is ET52 OOY?

ET52 OOY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of ET52 OOY?

The last recorded mileage for ET52 OOY was 55,183 miles, recorded on 7 Jul 2007 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ET52 OOY passed its MOT?

ET52 OOY has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jul 2007.

Is ET52 OOY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET52 OOY 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 OOY?

ET52 OOY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.