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FV52 KVB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 158,453 miles on the clock, averaging 14,544 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 FV52 KVB

MOT Status
Due date passed
158,453
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
14,544

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 reading158,453 miles
Reading date
Average per year14,544
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV52 KVB 42k71k100k129k158k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage158,453 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,453 miles
Since last MOT+9,574 miles
PASS
Mileage148,879 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage148,879 miles
Since last MOT+8,618 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,261 miles
Since last MOT+8,383 miles
PASS
Mileage131,878 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,878 miles
Since last MOT+13,696 miles
PASS
Mileage118,182 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage118,182 miles
Since last MOT+18,772 miles
PASS
Mileage99,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,410 miles
Since last MOT+20,552 miles
PASS
Mileage78,858 miles
Since last MOT+20,230 miles
PASS
Mileage58,628 miles
Since last MOT+16,496 miles
PASS
Mileage42,132 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

RegistrationFV52 KVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FV52 KVB

What car is FV52 KVB?

FV52 KVB is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.

What is the mileage of FV52 KVB?

The last recorded mileage for FV52 KVB was 158,453 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV52 KVB passed its MOT?

FV52 KVB has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2014.

Is FV52 KVB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 KVB 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 FV52 KVB?

FV52 KVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.