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 1390cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 48,043 miles on the clock, averaging 3,215 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DS51 EPV
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 | 48,043 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,215 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS51 EPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DS51 EPV
What car is DS51 EPV?
DS51 EPV is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.
What is the mileage of DS51 EPV?
The last recorded mileage for DS51 EPV was 48,043 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS51 EPV passed its MOT?
DS51 EPV has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2018.
Is DS51 EPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS51 EPV 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 DS51 EPV?
DS51 EPV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.