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YY52 FHL

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Beverley, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 73,892 miles on the clock, averaging 3,809 miles per year, well 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 YY52 FHL

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,892
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2005
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
3,809

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,892 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,111
Average per year3,809
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YY52 FHL 6k23k40k57k74k '05'23'14

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,892 miles
Since last MOT+2,111 miles
PASS
Mileage71,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,781 miles
Since last MOT+6,180 miles
PASS
Mileage65,601 miles
Since last MOT+2,283 miles
PASS
Mileage63,318 miles
Since last MOT+4,826 miles
PASS
Mileage58,492 miles
Since last MOT+944 miles
PASS
Mileage57,548 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,542 miles
Since last MOT+6,949 miles
PASS
Mileage50,593 miles
Since last MOT+5,425 miles
PASS
Mileage45,168 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,168 miles
Since last MOT+3,540 miles
PASS
Mileage41,628 miles
Since last MOT+436 miles
PASS
Mileage41,192 miles
Since last MOT+958 miles
PASS
Mileage40,234 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,198 miles
Since last MOT+2,818 miles
PASS
Mileage37,380 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,378 miles
Since last MOT+2,674 miles
PASS
Mileage34,704 miles
Since last MOT+5,456 miles
PASS
Mileage29,248 miles
Since last MOT+10,820 miles
PASS
Mileage18,428 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage18,428 miles
Since last MOT+5,261 miles
PASS
Mileage13,167 miles
Since last MOT+5,756 miles
PASS
Mileage7,411 miles
Since last MOT+514 miles
PASS
Mileage6,897 miles
Since last MOT+1,043 miles
PASS
Mileage5,854 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

RegistrationYY52 FHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYY — Beverley, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YY52 FHL

What car is YY52 FHL?

YY52 FHL is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.

What is the mileage of YY52 FHL?

The last recorded mileage for YY52 FHL was 73,892 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YY52 FHL passed its MOT?

YY52 FHL has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2023.

Is YY52 FHL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY52 FHL 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 YY52 FHL?

YY52 FHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.