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AF52 MDJ

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Blue Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 49,625 miles on the clock, averaging 2,367 miles per year, well below 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 AF52 MDJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
49,625
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
2,367

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading49,625 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,367
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AF52 MDJ 23k29k36k43k50k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage49,625 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,625 miles
Since last MOT+4,209 miles
PASS
Mileage45,416 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,413 miles
Since last MOT+2,303 miles
PASS
Mileage43,110 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,109 miles
Since last MOT+2,323 miles
PASS
Mileage40,786 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,786 miles
Since last MOT+1,382 miles
PASS
Mileage39,404 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,403 miles
Since last MOT+1,823 miles
PASS
Mileage37,580 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,579 miles
Since last MOT+1,777 miles
PASS
Mileage35,802 miles
Since last MOT+2,336 miles
PASS
Mileage33,466 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,465 miles
Since last MOT+3,887 miles
PASS
Mileage29,578 miles
Since last MOT+2,217 miles
PASS
Mileage27,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,361 miles
Since last MOT+2,000 miles
PASS
Mileage25,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,361 miles
Since last MOT+2,641 miles
PASS
Mileage22,720 miles

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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

RegistrationAF52 MDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeAF — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About AF52 MDJ

What car is AF52 MDJ?

AF52 MDJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.

What is the mileage of AF52 MDJ?

The last recorded mileage for AF52 MDJ was 49,625 miles, recorded on 20 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AF52 MDJ passed its MOT?

AF52 MDJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Mar 2018.

Is AF52 MDJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AF52 MDJ 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 AF52 MDJ?

AF52 MDJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.