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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 9 (40% pass rate). It has 184,819 miles on the clock, averaging 15,169 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 SW52 HPX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,819 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,628 |
| Average per year | 15,169 |
| 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 | SW52 HPX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SW52 HPX
What car is SW52 HPX?
SW52 HPX is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SW52 HPX?
The last recorded mileage for SW52 HPX was 184,819 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW52 HPX passed its MOT?
SW52 HPX has had 15 MOT tests with a 40% pass rate (6 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2015.
Is SW52 HPX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW52 HPX 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 SW52 HPX?
SW52 HPX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.