Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 118,841 miles on the clock, averaging 10,610 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 YY52 VDE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 118,841 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,874 |
| Average per year | 10,610 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | YY52 VDE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About YY52 VDE
What car is YY52 VDE?
YY52 VDE is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.
What is the mileage of YY52 VDE?
The last recorded mileage for YY52 VDE was 118,841 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY52 VDE passed its MOT?
YY52 VDE has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2014.
Is YY52 VDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY52 VDE 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 VDE?
YY52 VDE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.