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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 97,083 miles on the clock, averaging 5,327 miles per year, 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 EX52 MWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,083 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,845 |
| Average per year | 5,327 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EX52 MWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EX52 MWU
What car is EX52 MWU?
EX52 MWU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EX52 MWU?
The last recorded mileage for EX52 MWU was 97,083 miles, recorded on 28 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX52 MWU passed its MOT?
EX52 MWU has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Sep 2020.
Is EX52 MWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX52 MWU 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 EX52 MWU?
EX52 MWU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.