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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 126,855 miles on the clock, averaging 10,304 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 EY52 SNZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27 |
| Average per year | 10,304 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | EY52 SNZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About EY52 SNZ
What car is EY52 SNZ?
EY52 SNZ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EY52 SNZ?
The last recorded mileage for EY52 SNZ was 126,855 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY52 SNZ passed its MOT?
EY52 SNZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2016.
Is EY52 SNZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY52 SNZ 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 EY52 SNZ?
EY52 SNZ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.