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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 52,578 miles on the clock, averaging 2,685 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 GX52 GDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,291 |
| Average per year | 2,685 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GX52 GDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GX — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GX52 GDU
What car is GX52 GDU?
GX52 GDU is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GX52 GDU?
The last recorded mileage for GX52 GDU was 52,578 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GX52 GDU passed its MOT?
GX52 GDU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2019.
Is GX52 GDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX52 GDU 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 GX52 GDU?
GX52 GDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.