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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 3 (57% pass rate). It has 156,999 miles on the clock, averaging 6,768 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 SE52 LDC
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
Below average| Latest reading | 156,999 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 6,768 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | SE52 LDC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SE52 LDC
What car is SE52 LDC?
SE52 LDC is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SE52 LDC?
The last recorded mileage for SE52 LDC was 156,999 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE52 LDC passed its MOT?
SE52 LDC has had 7 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (4 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2018.
Is SE52 LDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE52 LDC 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 SE52 LDC?
SE52 LDC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.