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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 94,264 miles on the clock, averaging 5,177 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 SM52 XBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,264 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,815 |
| Average per year | 5,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM52 XBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SM52 XBS
What car is SM52 XBS?
SM52 XBS is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM52 XBS?
The last recorded mileage for SM52 XBS was 94,264 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM52 XBS passed its MOT?
SM52 XBS has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Jan 2023.
Is SM52 XBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM52 XBS 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 SM52 XBS?
SM52 XBS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.