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 1198cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 128,091 miles on the clock, averaging 6,543 miles per year, 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 CU52 ECA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,091 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,297 |
| Average per year | 6,543 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | CU52 ECA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CU52 ECA
What car is CU52 ECA?
CU52 ECA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU52 ECA?
The last recorded mileage for CU52 ECA was 128,091 miles, recorded on 31 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU52 ECA passed its MOT?
CU52 ECA has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 Jan 2024.
Is CU52 ECA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 ECA 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 CU52 ECA?
CU52 ECA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.