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YB52 XZN

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Leeds, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourGrey
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 87,272 miles on the clock, averaging 5,126 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 YB52 XZN

MOT Status
Due date passed
87,272
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
5,126

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading87,272 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,291
Average per year5,126
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YB52 XZN 10k29k49k68k87k '06'21'12

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,272 miles
Since last MOT+4,291 miles
PASS
Mileage82,981 miles
Since last MOT+2,900 miles
PASS
Mileage80,081 miles
Since last MOT+5,805 miles
PASS
Mileage74,276 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,274 miles
Since last MOT+14,889 miles
PASS
Mileage59,385 miles
Since last MOT+623 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,762 miles
Since last MOT+20,577 miles
PASS
Mileage38,185 miles
Since last MOT+2,269 miles
PASS
Mileage35,916 miles
Since last MOT+2,968 miles
PASS
Mileage32,948 miles
Since last MOT+2,933 miles
PASS
Mileage30,015 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,015 miles
Since last MOT+3,347 miles
PASS
Mileage26,668 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,668 miles
Since last MOT+117 miles
PASS
Mileage26,551 miles
Since last MOT+3,596 miles
PASS
Mileage22,955 miles
Since last MOT+3,763 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,192 miles
Since last MOT+2,292 miles
PASS
Mileage16,900 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,898 miles
Since last MOT+2,976 miles
PASS
Mileage13,922 miles
Since last MOT+3,782 miles
PASS
Mileage10,140 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

RegistrationYB52 XZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYB — Leeds, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YB52 XZN

What car is YB52 XZN?

YB52 XZN is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.

What is the mileage of YB52 XZN?

The last recorded mileage for YB52 XZN was 87,272 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YB52 XZN passed its MOT?

YB52 XZN has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2021.

Is YB52 XZN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB52 XZN 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 YB52 XZN?

YB52 XZN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.