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VA52 DWX

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Worcester, Severn Valley · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 92,164 miles on the clock, averaging 5,580 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 VA52 DWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,164
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
5,580

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading92,164 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,232
Average per year5,580
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for VA52 DWX 12k32k52k72k92k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,164 miles
Since last MOT+3,232 miles
PASS
Mileage88,932 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,927 miles
Since last MOT+5,629 miles
PASS
Mileage83,298 miles
Since last MOT+7,695 miles
PASS
Mileage75,603 miles
Since last MOT+8,229 miles
PASS
Mileage67,374 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,373 miles
Since last MOT+8,457 miles
PASS
Mileage58,916 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,916 miles
Since last MOT+8,593 miles
PASS
Mileage50,323 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,285 miles
Since last MOT+5,521 miles
PASS
Mileage44,764 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,764 miles
Since last MOT+8,313 miles
PASS
Mileage36,451 miles
Since last MOT+8,958 miles
PASS
Mileage27,493 miles
Since last MOT+2,377 miles
PASS
Mileage25,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,116 miles
Since last MOT+3,321 miles
PASS
Mileage21,795 miles
Since last MOT+2,641 miles
PASS
Mileage19,154 miles
Since last MOT+3,723 miles
PASS
Mileage15,431 miles
Since last MOT+3,625 miles
PASS
Mileage11,806 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:

Timing chain tensioner

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 DWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeVA — Worcester, Severn Valley
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About VA52 DWX

What car is VA52 DWX?

VA52 DWX is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.

What is the mileage of VA52 DWX?

The last recorded mileage for VA52 DWX was 92,164 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has VA52 DWX passed its MOT?

VA52 DWX has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2020.

Is VA52 DWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA52 DWX 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 VA52 DWX?

VA52 DWX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.