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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 119,257 miles on the clock, averaging 6,271 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 DL52 SML
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 119,257 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,303 |
| Average per year | 6,271 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | DL52 SML |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DL — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DL52 SML
What car is DL52 SML?
DL52 SML is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.
What is the mileage of DL52 SML?
The last recorded mileage for DL52 SML was 119,257 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DL52 SML passed its MOT?
DL52 SML has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 25 Sep 2023.
Is DL52 SML ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DL52 SML 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 DL52 SML?
DL52 SML is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.