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 1200cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 115,696 miles on the clock, averaging 5,457 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 FV52 DCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,696 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,445 |
| Average per year | 5,457 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | FV52 DCX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| 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 DCX
What car is FV52 DCX?
FV52 DCX is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FV52 DCX?
The last recorded mileage for FV52 DCX was 115,696 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV52 DCX passed its MOT?
FV52 DCX has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 8 Aug 2025.
Is FV52 DCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV52 DCX 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 DCX?
FV52 DCX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.