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 1390cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 124,199 miles on the clock, averaging 7,217 miles per year, 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 ST52 AYC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,199 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,173 |
| Average per year | 7,217 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ST52 AYC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ST52 AYC
What car is ST52 AYC?
ST52 AYC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of ST52 AYC?
The last recorded mileage for ST52 AYC was 124,199 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST52 AYC passed its MOT?
ST52 AYC has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 28 Feb 2019.
Is ST52 AYC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST52 AYC 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 ST52 AYC?
ST52 AYC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.