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 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1390cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 138,949 miles on the clock, averaging 7,297 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 AP52 CXM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,949 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,297 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AP52 CXM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AP52 CXM
What car is AP52 CXM?
AP52 CXM is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AP52 CXM?
The last recorded mileage for AP52 CXM was 138,949 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP52 CXM passed its MOT?
AP52 CXM has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2019.
Is AP52 CXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP52 CXM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AP52 CXM?
AP52 CXM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.