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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 96,485 miles on the clock, averaging 6,059 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 CV52 FRD
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
Below average| Latest reading | 96,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,059 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | CV52 FRD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About CV52 FRD
What car is CV52 FRD?
CV52 FRD is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Swansea in 2002.
What is the mileage of CV52 FRD?
The last recorded mileage for CV52 FRD was 96,485 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV52 FRD passed its MOT?
CV52 FRD has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2017.
Is CV52 FRD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV52 FRD 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 CV52 FRD?
CV52 FRD is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.