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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 136,045 miles on the clock, averaging 11,251 miles per year, above 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 EO52 DWG
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 136,045 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,631 |
| Average per year | 11,251 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EO52 DWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EO52 DWG
What car is EO52 DWG?
EO52 DWG is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EO52 DWG?
The last recorded mileage for EO52 DWG was 136,045 miles, recorded on 21 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO52 DWG passed its MOT?
EO52 DWG has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 May 2015.
Is EO52 DWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO52 DWG 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 EO52 DWG?
EO52 DWG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.