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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 113,640 miles on the clock, averaging 7,090 miles per year, below 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 FV52 DBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,640 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 176 |
| Average per year | 7,090 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FV52 DBO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FV52 DBO
What car is FV52 DBO?
FV52 DBO is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FV52 DBO?
The last recorded mileage for FV52 DBO was 113,640 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV52 DBO passed its MOT?
FV52 DBO has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2020.
Is FV52 DBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 DBO 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 FV52 DBO?
FV52 DBO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.