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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 14 (56% pass rate). It has 142,359 miles on the clock, averaging 5,786 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 JZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,786 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 JZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Yellow |
| 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 JZV
What car is CU52 JZV?
CU52 JZV is a yellow Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CU52 JZV?
The last recorded mileage for CU52 JZV was 142,359 miles, recorded on 2 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU52 JZV passed its MOT?
CU52 JZV has had 32 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (18 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 2 Sep 2025.
Is CU52 JZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 JZV 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 JZV?
CU52 JZV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.