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FE52 XYM

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 126,648 miles on the clock, averaging 10,938 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 FE52 XYM

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,648
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
10,938

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading126,648 miles
Reading date
Miles last year78
Average per year10,938
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FE52 XYM 45k66k86k106k127k '06'14'10

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,648 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,570 miles
Since last MOT+10,421 miles
PASS
Mileage116,149 miles
Since last MOT+11,655 miles
PASS
Mileage104,494 miles
Since last MOT+11,096 miles
PASS
Mileage93,398 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,391 miles
Since last MOT+10,505 miles
PASS
Mileage82,886 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,864 miles
Since last MOT+12,469 miles
PASS
Mileage70,395 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,380 miles
Since last MOT+11,569 miles
PASS
Mileage58,811 miles
Since last MOT+13,322 miles
PASS
Mileage45,489 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

RegistrationFE52 XYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FE52 XYM

What car is FE52 XYM?

FE52 XYM is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FE52 XYM?

The last recorded mileage for FE52 XYM was 126,648 miles, recorded on 12 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FE52 XYM passed its MOT?

FE52 XYM has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Feb 2014.

Is FE52 XYM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE52 XYM 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 FE52 XYM?

FE52 XYM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.