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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 91,028 miles on the clock, averaging 5,221 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 NG52 DCU
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,028 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,221 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | NG52 DCU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NG52 DCU
What car is NG52 DCU?
NG52 DCU is an purple Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NG52 DCU?
The last recorded mileage for NG52 DCU was 91,028 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG52 DCU passed its MOT?
NG52 DCU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2017.
Is NG52 DCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG52 DCU 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 NG52 DCU?
NG52 DCU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.