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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 138,505 miles on the clock, averaging 10,932 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 VXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,505 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,313 |
| Average per year | 10,932 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 VXZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VXZ
What car is AJ52 VXZ?
AJ52 VXZ is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AJ52 VXZ?
The last recorded mileage for AJ52 VXZ was 138,505 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ52 VXZ passed its MOT?
AJ52 VXZ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2016.
Is AJ52 VXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ52 VXZ 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 VXZ?
AJ52 VXZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.