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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 100,393 miles on the clock, averaging 4,830 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 SY52 GSZ
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
Low mileage| Latest reading | 100,393 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,830 |
| 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 | SY52 GSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SY52 GSZ
What car is SY52 GSZ?
SY52 GSZ is an red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2002.
What is the mileage of SY52 GSZ?
The last recorded mileage for SY52 GSZ was 100,393 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY52 GSZ passed its MOT?
SY52 GSZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2022.
Is SY52 GSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY52 GSZ 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 SY52 GSZ?
SY52 GSZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.