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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 143,444 miles on the clock, averaging 10,149 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for SK52 YBC
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SK52 YBC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SK — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SK52 YBC
What car is SK52 YBC?
SK52 YBC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SK52 YBC?
The last recorded mileage for SK52 YBC was 143,444 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SK52 YBC passed its MOT?
SK52 YBC has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2016.
Is SK52 YBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SK52 YBC 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 SK52 YBC?
SK52 YBC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.