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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 78,625 miles on the clock, averaging 7,485 miles per year, around 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 EYO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 78,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,485 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 EYO |
| 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 EYO
What car is SX52 EYO?
SX52 EYO is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SX52 EYO?
The last recorded mileage for SX52 EYO was 78,625 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SX52 EYO passed its MOT?
SX52 EYO has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2015.
Is SX52 EYO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SX52 EYO 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 EYO?
SX52 EYO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.