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 Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 176,472 miles on the clock, averaging 9,213 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HS52 CPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,472 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,736 |
| Average per year | 9,213 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | HS52 CPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HS — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HS52 CPU
What car is HS52 CPU?
HS52 CPU is an blue Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HS52 CPU?
The last recorded mileage for HS52 CPU was 176,472 miles, recorded on 11 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HS52 CPU passed its MOT?
HS52 CPU has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 11 Jun 2022.
Is HS52 CPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HS52 CPU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HS52 CPU?
HS52 CPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.