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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 127,305 miles on the clock, averaging 6,311 miles per year, 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 MW52 ETX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 127,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,297 |
| Average per year | 6,311 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | MW52 ETX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MW52 ETX
What car is MW52 ETX?
MW52 ETX is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MW52 ETX?
The last recorded mileage for MW52 ETX was 127,305 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW52 ETX passed its MOT?
MW52 ETX has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 19 Feb 2020.
Is MW52 ETX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW52 ETX 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 MW52 ETX?
MW52 ETX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.