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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 50,225 miles on the clock, averaging 3,820 miles per year, well 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 SA52 SYX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,820 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SA52 SYX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SA — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SA52 SYX
What car is SA52 SYX?
SA52 SYX is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SA52 SYX?
The last recorded mileage for SA52 SYX was 50,225 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SA52 SYX passed its MOT?
SA52 SYX has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2012.
Is SA52 SYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SA52 SYX 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 SA52 SYX?
SA52 SYX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.