Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 59,873 miles on the clock, averaging 5,704 miles per year, 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 YL52 BJY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 59,873 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,165 |
| Average per year | 5,704 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | YL52 BJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YL52 BJY
What car is YL52 BJY?
YL52 BJY is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YL52 BJY?
The last recorded mileage for YL52 BJY was 59,873 miles, recorded on 13 Jan 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL52 BJY passed its MOT?
YL52 BJY has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Jan 2014.
Is YL52 BJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL52 BJY 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 YL52 BJY?
YL52 BJY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.