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 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 128,408 miles on the clock, averaging 7,067 miles per year, 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 FD52 UBG
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 128,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,732 |
| Average per year | 7,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | FD52 UBG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About FD52 UBG
What car is FD52 UBG?
FD52 UBG is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FD52 UBG?
The last recorded mileage for FD52 UBG was 128,408 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD52 UBG passed its MOT?
FD52 UBG has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2015.
Is FD52 UBG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD52 UBG 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 FD52 UBG?
FD52 UBG is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.