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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 67,729 miles on the clock, averaging 4,480 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 YM52 VKA
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,729 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,480 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VKA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YM52 VKA
What car is YM52 VKA?
YM52 VKA is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM52 VKA?
The last recorded mileage for YM52 VKA was 67,729 miles, recorded on 30 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM52 VKA passed its MOT?
YM52 VKA has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Dec 2016.
Is YM52 VKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM52 VKA 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 VKA?
YM52 VKA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.