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 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 54,621 miles on the clock, averaging 2,288 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 GY52 DBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,621 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,069 |
| Average per year | 2,288 |
| 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 | GY52 DBV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GY52 DBV
What car is GY52 DBV?
GY52 DBV is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY52 DBV?
The last recorded mileage for GY52 DBV was 54,621 miles, recorded on 11 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY52 DBV passed its MOT?
GY52 DBV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 11 Dec 2020.
Is GY52 DBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY52 DBV 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 GY52 DBV?
GY52 DBV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.