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 1198cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 96,221 miles on the clock, averaging 4,732 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for VU52 XXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,221 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,483 |
| Average per year | 4,732 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | VU52 XXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VU — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About VU52 XXC
What car is VU52 XXC?
VU52 XXC is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VU52 XXC?
The last recorded mileage for VU52 XXC was 96,221 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VU52 XXC passed its MOT?
VU52 XXC has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 10 Sep 2020.
Is VU52 XXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VU52 XXC 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 VU52 XXC?
VU52 XXC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.