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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 73,253 miles on the clock, averaging 5,372 miles per year, 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 GL52 NBX
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,253 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,372 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GL52 NBX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GL52 NBX
What car is GL52 NBX?
GL52 NBX is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2003.
What is the mileage of GL52 NBX?
The last recorded mileage for GL52 NBX was 73,253 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL52 NBX passed its MOT?
GL52 NBX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2015.
Is GL52 NBX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 NBX 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 GL52 NBX?
GL52 NBX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.