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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 52,855 miles on the clock, averaging 2,171 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 EO52 DYW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,422 |
| Average per year | 2,171 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | EO52 DYW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EO52 DYW
What car is EO52 DYW?
EO52 DYW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EO52 DYW?
The last recorded mileage for EO52 DYW was 52,855 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO52 DYW passed its MOT?
EO52 DYW has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2025.
Is EO52 DYW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO52 DYW 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 DYW?
EO52 DYW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.