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 1200cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 10 (66% pass rate). It has 184,695 miles on the clock, averaging 9,492 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for YM52 FDA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 122 |
| Average per year | 9,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 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 | YM52 FDA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YM52 FDA
What car is YM52 FDA?
YM52 FDA is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 FDA?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 FDA was 184,695 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 FDA passed its MOT?
YM52 FDA has had 29 MOT tests with a 66% pass rate (19 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2023.
Is YM52 FDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 FDA 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 YM52 FDA?
YM52 FDA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.