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 1200cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 76,851 miles on the clock, averaging 3,371 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 PO52 VSZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 76,851 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 3,371 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | PO52 VSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PO — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PO52 VSZ
What car is PO52 VSZ?
PO52 VSZ is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PO52 VSZ?
The last recorded mileage for PO52 VSZ was 76,851 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PO52 VSZ passed its MOT?
PO52 VSZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2023.
Is PO52 VSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PO52 VSZ 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 PO52 VSZ?
PO52 VSZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.