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WM52 NHT

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

Silver Registered in Bristol, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourSilver
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 1400cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 139,713 miles on the clock, averaging 7,149 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 WM52 NHT

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,713
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
7,149

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 reading139,713 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,149
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WM52 NHT 35k61k87k113k140k '06'20'14

Check WM52 NHT

Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,713 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,713 miles
Since last MOT+3,447 miles
PASS
Mileage136,266 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,266 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,147 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,147 miles
Since last MOT+9,217 miles
PASS
Mileage128,930 miles
Since last MOT+10,135 miles
PASS
Mileage118,795 miles
Since last MOT+10,506 miles
PASS
Mileage108,289 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,289 miles
Since last MOT+9,233 miles
PASS
Mileage99,056 miles
Since last MOT+9,907 miles
PASS
Mileage89,149 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,146 miles
Since last MOT+9,647 miles
PASS
Mileage79,499 miles
Since last MOT+5,057 miles
PASS
Mileage74,442 miles
Since last MOT+6,931 miles
PASS
Mileage67,511 miles
Since last MOT+3,832 miles
PASS
Mileage63,679 miles
Since last MOT+5,623 miles
PASS
Mileage58,056 miles
Since last MOT+3,077 miles
PASS
Mileage54,979 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage54,979 miles
Since last MOT+10,600 miles
PASS
Mileage44,379 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,379 miles
Since last MOT+9,833 miles
PASS
Mileage34,546 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

RegistrationWM52 NHT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWM — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About WM52 NHT

What car is WM52 NHT?

WM52 NHT is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.

What is the mileage of WM52 NHT?

The last recorded mileage for WM52 NHT was 139,713 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WM52 NHT passed its MOT?

WM52 NHT has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2020.

Is WM52 NHT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WM52 NHT 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 WM52 NHT?

WM52 NHT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.