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 1390cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 59,591 miles on the clock, averaging 3,492 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for ML52 PXC
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,591 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27 |
| Average per year | 3,492 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML52 PXC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ML52 PXC
What car is ML52 PXC?
ML52 PXC is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML52 PXC?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 PXC was 59,591 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 PXC passed its MOT?
ML52 PXC has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2018.
Is ML52 PXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 PXC 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 ML52 PXC?
ML52 PXC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.