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 Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 130,510 miles on the clock, averaging 7,052 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 SM52 CPO
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 | 130,510 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 123 |
| Average per year | 7,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | SM52 CPO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SM52 CPO
What car is SM52 CPO?
SM52 CPO is an grey Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM52 CPO?
The last recorded mileage for SM52 CPO was 130,510 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM52 CPO passed its MOT?
SM52 CPO has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2019.
Is SM52 CPO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM52 CPO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SM52 CPO?
SM52 CPO is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.