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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 72,527 miles on the clock, averaging 1,958 miles per year, well 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 EES
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,527 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,958 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 EES |
| 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 EES
What car is CU52 EES?
CU52 EES is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU52 EES?
The last recorded mileage for CU52 EES was 72,527 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU52 EES passed its MOT?
CU52 EES has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2020.
Is CU52 EES ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 EES 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 EES?
CU52 EES is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.