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YY52 FLJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Purple Registered in Beverley, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourPurple
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 99,810 miles on the clock, averaging 6,643 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 YY52 FLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,810
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,643

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

Below average
Latest reading99,810 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,643
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for YY52 FLJ 26k44k63k81k100k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,810 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,810 miles
Since last MOT+13,626 miles
PASS
Mileage86,184 miles
Since last MOT+8,656 miles
PASS
Mileage77,528 miles
Since last MOT+23 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,505 miles
Since last MOT+5,292 miles
PASS
Mileage72,213 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage72,206 miles
Since last MOT+5,203 miles
PASS
Mileage67,003 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,984 miles
Since last MOT+2,058 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,926 miles
Since last MOT+2,284 miles
PASS
Mileage62,642 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage62,624 miles
Since last MOT+5,126 miles
PASS
Mileage57,498 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage57,459 miles
Since last MOT+4,087 miles
PASS
Mileage53,372 miles
Since last MOT+5,706 miles
PASS
Mileage47,666 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage47,646 miles
Since last MOT+6,137 miles
PASS
Mileage41,509 miles
Since last MOT+6,520 miles
PASS
Mileage34,989 miles
Since last MOT+9,036 miles
PASS
Mileage25,953 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 FLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYY — Beverley, Yorkshire
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About YY52 FLJ

What car is YY52 FLJ?

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

What is the mileage of YY52 FLJ?

The last recorded mileage for YY52 FLJ was 99,810 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YY52 FLJ passed its MOT?

YY52 FLJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2017.

Is YY52 FLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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