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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 115,547 miles on the clock, averaging 6,929 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 GL52 DVP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 115,547 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GL52 DVP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GL52 DVP
What car is GL52 DVP?
GL52 DVP is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GL52 DVP?
The last recorded mileage for GL52 DVP was 115,547 miles, recorded on 29 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL52 DVP passed its MOT?
GL52 DVP has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2020.
Is GL52 DVP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 DVP 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 GL52 DVP?
GL52 DVP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.