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PF52 YSX

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 117,432 miles on the clock, averaging 7,375 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 YSX

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,432
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
7,375

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 reading117,432 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,654
Average per year7,375
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PF52 YSX 24k48k71k94k117k '06'18'13

Check PF52 YSX

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage117,432 miles
Since last MOT+8,654 miles
PASS
Mileage108,778 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,755 miles
Since last MOT+4,001 miles
PASS
Mileage104,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,526 miles
PASS
Mileage100,228 miles
Since last MOT+43 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,185 miles
Since last MOT+3,933 miles
PASS
Mileage96,252 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,249 miles
Since last MOT+5,394 miles
PASS
Mileage90,855 miles
Since last MOT+5,616 miles
PASS
Mileage85,239 miles
Since last MOT+7,253 miles
PASS
Mileage77,986 miles
Since last MOT+8,300 miles
PASS
Mileage69,686 miles
Since last MOT+10,725 miles
PASS
Mileage58,961 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,906 miles
Since last MOT+8,639 miles
PASS
Mileage50,267 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,217 miles
Since last MOT+16,334 miles
PASS
Mileage33,883 miles
Since last MOT+9,666 miles
PASS
Mileage24,217 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 YSX
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 YSX

What car is PF52 YSX?

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

What is the mileage of PF52 YSX?

The last recorded mileage for PF52 YSX was 117,432 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF52 YSX passed its MOT?

PF52 YSX has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 20 Nov 2018.

Is PF52 YSX ULEZ compliant?

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

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