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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 64,311 miles on the clock, averaging 4,224 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 MD52 EKU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,311 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18 |
| Average per year | 4,224 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | MD52 EKU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MD52 EKU
What car is MD52 EKU?
MD52 EKU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MD52 EKU?
The last recorded mileage for MD52 EKU was 64,311 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD52 EKU passed its MOT?
MD52 EKU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2017.
Is MD52 EKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD52 EKU 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 MD52 EKU?
MD52 EKU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.