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SH52 UNA

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1390cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 115,082 miles on the clock, averaging 4,970 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for SH52 UNA

MOT Status
Due date passed
115,082
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
4,970

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

Low mileage
Latest reading115,082 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7
Average per year4,970
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH52 UNA 26k48k70k93k115k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage115,082 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,075 miles
Since last MOT+4,285 miles
PASS
Mileage110,790 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage110,773 miles
Since last MOT+5,066 miles
PASS
Mileage105,707 miles
Since last MOT+5,740 miles
PASS
Mileage99,967 miles
Since last MOT+5,093 miles
PASS
Mileage94,874 miles
Since last MOT+5,502 miles
PASS
Mileage89,372 miles
Since last MOT+6,092 miles
PASS
Mileage83,280 miles
Since last MOT+6,460 miles
PASS
Mileage76,820 miles
Since last MOT+3,987 miles
PASS
Mileage72,833 miles
Since last MOT+82 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,751 miles
Since last MOT+4,881 miles
PASS
Mileage67,870 miles
Since last MOT+69 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,801 miles
Since last MOT+7,761 miles
PASS
Mileage60,040 miles
Since last MOT+5,989 miles
PASS
Mileage54,051 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,051 miles
Since last MOT+4,476 miles
PASS
Mileage49,575 miles
Since last MOT+2,528 miles
PASS
Mileage47,047 miles
Since last MOT+2,739 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,308 miles
Since last MOT+3,342 miles
PASS
Mileage40,966 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,948 miles
Since last MOT+3,828 miles
PASS
Mileage37,120 miles
Since last MOT+5,488 miles
PASS
Mileage31,632 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,632 miles
Since last MOT+5,980 miles
PASS
Mileage25,652 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH52 UNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About SH52 UNA

What car is SH52 UNA?

SH52 UNA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH52 UNA?

The last recorded mileage for SH52 UNA was 115,082 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH52 UNA passed its MOT?

SH52 UNA has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2024.

Is SH52 UNA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH52 UNA 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 SH52 UNA?

SH52 UNA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.