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FM52 CZE

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 132,216 miles on the clock, averaging 12,584 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 FM52 CZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
132,216
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,584

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading132,216 miles
Reading date
Miles last year40
Average per year12,584
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FM52 CZE 30k56k81k107k132k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage132,216 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,176 miles
Since last MOT+8,682 miles
PASS
Mileage123,494 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,494 miles
Since last MOT+8,972 miles
PASS
Mileage114,522 miles
Since last MOT+10,214 miles
PASS
Mileage104,308 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,255 miles
Since last MOT+12,532 miles
PASS
Mileage91,723 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage78,041 miles
Since last MOT+21,964 miles
PASS
Mileage56,077 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,077 miles
Since last MOT+14,226 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,851 miles
Since last MOT+11,709 miles
PASS
Mileage30,142 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

RegistrationFM52 CZE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FM52 CZE

What car is FM52 CZE?

FM52 CZE is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FM52 CZE?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 CZE was 132,216 miles, recorded on 10 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 CZE passed its MOT?

FM52 CZE has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2014.

Is FM52 CZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM52 CZE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FM52 CZE?

FM52 CZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.