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CX52 TXR

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Silver Registered in Bangor, Cymru (Wales) · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourSilver
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 35,055 miles on the clock, averaging 1,219 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 CX52 TXR

MOT Status
Due date passed
35,055
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
1,219

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading35,055 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year1,219
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CX52 TXR 12k18k24k29k35k '06'25'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage35,055 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
PASS
Mileage35,047 miles
Since last MOT+1,321 miles
PASS
Mileage33,726 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage33,687 miles
Since last MOT+5,753 miles
PASS
Mileage27,934 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,934 miles
Since last MOT+609 miles
PASS
Mileage27,325 miles
Since last MOT+277 miles
PASS
Mileage27,048 miles
Since last MOT+1,042 miles
PASS
Mileage26,006 miles
Since last MOT+958 miles
PASS
Mileage25,048 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,048 miles
Since last MOT+938 miles
PASS
Mileage24,110 miles
Since last MOT+1,474 miles
PASS
Mileage22,636 miles
Since last MOT+2,481 miles
PASS
Mileage20,155 miles
Since last MOT+2,802 miles
PASS
Mileage17,353 miles
Since last MOT+3,410 miles
PASS
Mileage13,943 miles
Since last MOT+1,690 miles
PASS
Mileage12,253 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

RegistrationCX52 TXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeCX — Bangor, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CX52 TXR

What car is CX52 TXR?

CX52 TXR is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bangor in 2002.

What is the mileage of CX52 TXR?

The last recorded mileage for CX52 TXR was 35,055 miles, recorded on 20 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CX52 TXR passed its MOT?

CX52 TXR has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 20 May 2025.

Is CX52 TXR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CX52 TXR 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 CX52 TXR?

CX52 TXR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.