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PF52 DVB

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Preston, Preston · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 93,363 miles on the clock, averaging 7,095 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for PF52 DVB

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,363
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
53%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,095

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading93,363 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,662
Average per year7,095
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF52 DVB 15k35k54k74k93k '06'17'12

Check PF52 DVB

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,363 miles
Since last MOT+14,662 miles
PASS
Mileage78,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,701 miles
Since last MOT+10,800 miles
PASS
Mileage67,901 miles
Since last MOT+8,779 miles
PASS
Mileage59,122 miles
Since last MOT+15,160 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,962 miles
Since last MOT+12,597 miles
PASS
Mileage31,365 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,365 miles
Since last MOT+8,473 miles
FAIL
Mileage25,892 miles
Since last MOT+2,555 miles
PASS
Mileage23,337 miles
Since last MOT+177 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,160 miles
Since last MOT+2,104 miles
FAIL
Mileage21,056 miles
Since last MOT+1,681 miles
PASS
Mileage19,375 miles
Since last MOT+1,646 miles
FAIL
Mileage17,729 miles
Since last MOT+2,599 miles
PASS
Mileage15,130 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

RegistrationPF52 DVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PF52 DVB

What car is PF52 DVB?

PF52 DVB is a red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PF52 DVB?

The last recorded mileage for PF52 DVB was 93,363 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF52 DVB passed its MOT?

PF52 DVB has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2017.

Is PF52 DVB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF52 DVB 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 PF52 DVB?

PF52 DVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.