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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 75,098 miles on the clock, averaging 4,836 miles per year, well 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 SX52 EYJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,098 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 121 |
| Average per year | 4,836 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SX52 EYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SX — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SX52 EYJ
What car is SX52 EYJ?
SX52 EYJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SX52 EYJ?
The last recorded mileage for SX52 EYJ was 75,098 miles, recorded on 25 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX52 EYJ passed its MOT?
SX52 EYJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2018.
Is SX52 EYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX52 EYJ 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 SX52 EYJ?
SX52 EYJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.