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PF52 FNM

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 141,540 miles on the clock, averaging 6,658 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 FNM

MOT Status
Due date passed
141,540
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2006
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,658

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading141,540 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,658
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PF52 FNM 28k56k85k113k142k '06'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,540 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage141,540 miles
Since last MOT+9,042 miles
PASS
Mileage132,498 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,498 miles
Since last MOT+4,628 miles
PASS
Mileage127,870 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,870 miles
Since last MOT+4,518 miles
PASS
Mileage123,352 miles
Since last MOT+108 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,244 miles
Since last MOT+10,912 miles
PASS
Mileage112,332 miles
Since last MOT+18,390 miles
PASS
Mileage93,942 miles
Since last MOT+51 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,891 miles
Since last MOT+15,136 miles
PASS
Mileage78,755 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,755 miles
Since last MOT+585 miles
PASS
Mileage78,170 miles
Since last MOT+4,039 miles
PASS
Mileage74,131 miles
Since last MOT+2,178 miles
PASS
Mileage71,953 miles
Since last MOT+3,257 miles
PASS
Mileage68,696 miles
Since last MOT+4,372 miles
PASS
Mileage64,324 miles
Since last MOT+7,280 miles
PASS
Mileage57,044 miles
Since last MOT+5,404 miles
PASS
Mileage51,640 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,640 miles
Since last MOT+5,138 miles
PASS
Mileage46,502 miles
Since last MOT+3,679 miles
PASS
Mileage42,823 miles
Since last MOT+9,744 miles
PASS
Mileage33,079 miles
Since last MOT+5,221 miles
PASS
Mileage27,858 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 FNM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About PF52 FNM

What car is PF52 FNM?

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

What is the mileage of PF52 FNM?

The last recorded mileage for PF52 FNM was 141,540 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF52 FNM passed its MOT?

PF52 FNM has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2023.

Is PF52 FNM ULEZ compliant?

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

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