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 1198cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 113,363 miles on the clock, averaging 10,715 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 NC52 LZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 113,363 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,715 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC52 LZJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NC52 LZJ
What car is NC52 LZJ?
NC52 LZJ is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC52 LZJ?
The last recorded mileage for NC52 LZJ was 113,363 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC52 LZJ passed its MOT?
NC52 LZJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2014.
Is NC52 LZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC52 LZJ 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 NC52 LZJ?
NC52 LZJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.