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ST52 AXY

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Dundee, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1896cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 139,573 miles on the clock, averaging 13,864 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 ST52 AXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,573
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
13,864

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading139,573 miles
Reading date
Average per year13,864
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for ST52 AXY 50k73k95k117k140k '06'12'09

Check ST52 AXY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,573 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,573 miles
Since last MOT+16,430 miles
PASS
Mileage123,143 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,136 miles
Since last MOT+14,056 miles
PASS
Mileage109,080 miles
Since last MOT+16,865 miles
PASS
Mileage92,215 miles
Since last MOT+11,755 miles
PASS
Mileage80,460 miles
Since last MOT+13,058 miles
PASS
Mileage67,402 miles
Since last MOT+17,107 miles
PASS
Mileage50,295 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:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST52 AXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeST — Dundee, Scotland
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About ST52 AXY

What car is ST52 AXY?

ST52 AXY is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.

What is the mileage of ST52 AXY?

The last recorded mileage for ST52 AXY was 139,573 miles, recorded on 13 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has ST52 AXY passed its MOT?

ST52 AXY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jun 2012.

Is ST52 AXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST52 AXY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is ST52 AXY?

ST52 AXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.