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FG52 WTE

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 99,127 miles on the clock, averaging 4,924 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 FG52 WTE

MOT Status
Due date passed
99,127
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,924

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading99,127 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19
Average per year4,924
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FG52 WTE 21k41k60k80k99k '06'21'12

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,127 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage99,108 miles
Since last MOT+3,661 miles
PASS
Mileage95,447 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,447 miles
Since last MOT+6,486 miles
PASS
Mileage88,961 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,961 miles
Since last MOT+1,685 miles
PASS
Mileage87,276 miles
Since last MOT+14,146 miles
PASS
Mileage73,130 miles
Since last MOT+6,566 miles
PASS
Mileage66,564 miles
Since last MOT+92 miles
PASS
Mileage66,472 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,471 miles
Since last MOT+5,110 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,361 miles
Since last MOT+6,791 miles
PASS
Mileage54,570 miles
Since last MOT+8,516 miles
PASS
Mileage46,054 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,053 miles
Since last MOT+8,162 miles
PASS
Mileage37,891 miles
Since last MOT+8,572 miles
PASS
Mileage29,319 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,319 miles
Since last MOT+8,064 miles
PASS
Mileage21,255 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

RegistrationFG52 WTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFG — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FG52 WTE

What car is FG52 WTE?

FG52 WTE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FG52 WTE?

The last recorded mileage for FG52 WTE was 99,127 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FG52 WTE passed its MOT?

FG52 WTE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2021.

Is FG52 WTE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FG52 WTE 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 FG52 WTE?

FG52 WTE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.