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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 174,811 miles on the clock, averaging 7,437 miles per year, around 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 EU52 JVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 174,811 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,211 |
| Average per year | 7,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EU52 JVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EU52 JVJ
What car is EU52 JVJ?
EU52 JVJ is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EU52 JVJ?
The last recorded mileage for EU52 JVJ was 174,811 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU52 JVJ passed its MOT?
EU52 JVJ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2023.
Is EU52 JVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU52 JVJ 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 EU52 JVJ?
EU52 JVJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.