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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 185,300 miles on the clock, averaging 12,103 miles per year, above 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 AJ52 VDV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,300 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21,243 |
| Average per year | 12,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AJ52 VDV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AJ52 VDV
What car is AJ52 VDV?
AJ52 VDV is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AJ52 VDV?
The last recorded mileage for AJ52 VDV was 185,300 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ52 VDV passed its MOT?
AJ52 VDV has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 7 Jan 2019.
Is AJ52 VDV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ52 VDV 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 AJ52 VDV?
AJ52 VDV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.