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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 94,849 miles on the clock, averaging 4,503 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 EA52 CEV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,849 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,503 |
| 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 | EA52 CEV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EA — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EA52 CEV
What car is EA52 CEV?
EA52 CEV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EA52 CEV?
The last recorded mileage for EA52 CEV was 94,849 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EA52 CEV passed its MOT?
EA52 CEV has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2020.
Is EA52 CEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA52 CEV 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 EA52 CEV?
EA52 CEV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.