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 1200cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 102,380 miles on the clock, averaging 6,469 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 SB52 OBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,380 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,801 |
| Average per year | 6,469 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SB52 OBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SB52 OBV
What car is SB52 OBV?
SB52 OBV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB52 OBV?
The last recorded mileage for SB52 OBV was 102,380 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB52 OBV passed its MOT?
SB52 OBV has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2018.
Is SB52 OBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB52 OBV 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 SB52 OBV?
SB52 OBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.