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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1200cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 96,184 miles on the clock, averaging 4,939 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 DV52 VMZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 4,939 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DV52 VMZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DV — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DV52 VMZ
What car is DV52 VMZ?
DV52 VMZ is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DV52 VMZ?
The last recorded mileage for DV52 VMZ was 96,184 miles, recorded on 9 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DV52 VMZ passed its MOT?
DV52 VMZ has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 9 Apr 2021.
Is DV52 VMZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DV52 VMZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DV52 VMZ?
DV52 VMZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.