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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 70,640 miles on the clock, averaging 3,582 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 AO52 ZYX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,640 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 3,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | AO52 ZYX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AO52 ZYX
What car is AO52 ZYX?
AO52 ZYX is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Norwich in 2002.
What is the mileage of AO52 ZYX?
The last recorded mileage for AO52 ZYX was 70,640 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO52 ZYX passed its MOT?
AO52 ZYX has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2015.
Is AO52 ZYX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO52 ZYX 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 AO52 ZYX?
AO52 ZYX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.