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 16 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 79,582 miles on the clock, averaging 4,344 miles per year, well 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 GV52 LBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,365 |
| Average per year | 4,344 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | GV52 LBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GV52 LBU
What car is GV52 LBU?
GV52 LBU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV52 LBU?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 LBU was 79,582 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 LBU passed its MOT?
GV52 LBU has had 16 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (16 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2021.
Is GV52 LBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 LBU 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 GV52 LBU?
GV52 LBU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.