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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 131,383 miles on the clock, averaging 8,336 miles per year, around 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 FM51 FXV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,383 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,798 |
| Average per year | 8,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FM51 FXV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FM51 FXV
What car is FM51 FXV?
FM51 FXV is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM51 FXV?
The last recorded mileage for FM51 FXV was 131,383 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM51 FXV passed its MOT?
FM51 FXV has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2018.
Is FM51 FXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 FXV 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 FM51 FXV?
FM51 FXV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.