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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 103,080 miles on the clock, averaging 5,679 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 FM51 NJN
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,080 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,679 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 NJN |
| 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 NJN
What car is FM51 NJN?
FM51 NJN is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM51 NJN?
The last recorded mileage for FM51 NJN was 103,080 miles, recorded on 5 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM51 NJN passed its MOT?
FM51 NJN has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2017.
Is FM51 NJN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM51 NJN 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 NJN?
FM51 NJN is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.