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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 92,740 miles on the clock, averaging 5,721 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 GV52 OLB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,740 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 63 |
| Average per year | 5,721 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 OLB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 OLB
What car is GV52 OLB?
GV52 OLB is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV52 OLB?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 OLB was 92,740 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 OLB passed its MOT?
GV52 OLB has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2013.
Is GV52 OLB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 OLB 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 OLB?
GV52 OLB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.