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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 102,844 miles on the clock, averaging 6,425 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 MX52 CMU
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 | 102,844 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13 |
| Average per year | 6,425 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | MX52 CMU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MX52 CMU
What car is MX52 CMU?
MX52 CMU is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MX52 CMU?
The last recorded mileage for MX52 CMU was 102,844 miles, recorded on 21 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX52 CMU passed its MOT?
MX52 CMU has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Aug 2019.
Is MX52 CMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 CMU 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 MX52 CMU?
MX52 CMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.