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FJ52 DHY

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 66,176 miles on the clock, averaging 3,530 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 FJ52 DHY

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,176
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
3,530

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,176 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,171
Average per year3,530
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FJ52 DHY 29k38k47k57k66k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,176 miles
Since last MOT+7,171 miles
PASS
Mileage59,005 miles
Since last MOT+7,802 miles
PASS
Mileage51,203 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,203 miles
Since last MOT+1,648 miles
PASS
Mileage49,555 miles
Since last MOT+1,368 miles
PASS
Mileage48,187 miles
Since last MOT+1,706 miles
PASS
Mileage46,481 miles
Since last MOT+1,771 miles
PASS
Mileage44,710 miles
Since last MOT+2,188 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,522 miles
Since last MOT+3,914 miles
PASS
Mileage38,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,028 miles
PASS
Mileage35,580 miles
Since last MOT+3,421 miles
PASS
Mileage32,159 miles
Since last MOT+3,533 miles
PASS
Mileage28,626 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

RegistrationFJ52 DHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FJ52 DHY

What car is FJ52 DHY?

FJ52 DHY is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FJ52 DHY?

The last recorded mileage for FJ52 DHY was 66,176 miles, recorded on 20 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FJ52 DHY passed its MOT?

FJ52 DHY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jun 2017.

Is FJ52 DHY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ52 DHY 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 FJ52 DHY?

FJ52 DHY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.