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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 89,399 miles on the clock, averaging 5,530 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 GU52 DZA
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 | 89,399 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | GU52 DZA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GU52 DZA
What car is GU52 DZA?
GU52 DZA is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GU52 DZA?
The last recorded mileage for GU52 DZA was 89,399 miles, recorded on 13 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU52 DZA passed its MOT?
GU52 DZA has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2016.
Is GU52 DZA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU52 DZA 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 GU52 DZA?
GU52 DZA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.