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MW52 NWO

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 166,787 miles on the clock, averaging 16,128 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 MW52 NWO

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,787
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
16,128

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading166,787 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,703
Average per year16,128
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MW52 NWO 26k61k96k132k167k '05'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage166,787 miles
Since last MOT+17,703 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,084 miles
Since last MOT+21,965 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,119 miles
Since last MOT+14,195 miles
PASS
Mileage112,924 miles
Since last MOT+17,003 miles
PASS
Mileage95,921 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage95,912 miles
Since last MOT+10,748 miles
PASS
Mileage85,164 miles
Since last MOT+16,614 miles
PASS
Mileage68,550 miles
Since last MOT+18,990 miles
PASS
Mileage49,560 miles
Since last MOT+21,809 miles
PASS
Mileage27,751 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
PASS
Mileage27,740 miles
Since last MOT+1,981 miles
PASS
Mileage25,759 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

RegistrationMW52 NWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About MW52 NWO

What car is MW52 NWO?

MW52 NWO is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MW52 NWO?

The last recorded mileage for MW52 NWO was 166,787 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MW52 NWO passed its MOT?

MW52 NWO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 6 Aug 2014.

Is MW52 NWO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 NWO 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 MW52 NWO?

MW52 NWO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.