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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 120,332 miles on the clock, averaging 7,613 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing chain tensioner. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for AD51 XEC
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
About average| Latest reading | 120,332 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 7,613 |
| 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD51 XEC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About AD51 XEC
What car is AD51 XEC?
AD51 XEC is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AD51 XEC?
The last recorded mileage for AD51 XEC was 120,332 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD51 XEC passed its MOT?
AD51 XEC has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2019.
Is AD51 XEC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD51 XEC 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 AD51 XEC?
AD51 XEC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.