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 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 70,552 miles on the clock, averaging 8,707 miles per year, around 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 XCO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 70,552 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,285 |
| Average per year | 8,707 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 XCO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GV52 XCO
What car is GV52 XCO?
GV52 XCO is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV52 XCO?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 XCO was 70,552 miles, recorded on 16 Feb 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 XCO passed its MOT?
GV52 XCO has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Feb 2011.
Is GV52 XCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 XCO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, 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 XCO?
GV52 XCO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.