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FN52 NKX

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGreen
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 1400cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 63,806 miles on the clock, averaging 4,457 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 FN52 NKX

MOT Status
Due date passed
63,806
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,457

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading63,806 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,377
Average per year4,457
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN52 NKX 17k29k40k52k64k '05'16'10

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage63,806 miles
Since last MOT+8,377 miles
PASS
Mileage55,429 miles
Since last MOT+8,892 miles
PASS
Mileage46,537 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,533 miles
Since last MOT+1,572 miles
PASS
Mileage44,961 miles
Since last MOT+1,721 miles
PASS
Mileage43,240 miles
Since last MOT+1,875 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,365 miles
Since last MOT+2,287 miles
PASS
Mileage39,078 miles
Since last MOT+2,736 miles
PASS
Mileage36,342 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,342 miles
Since last MOT+4,477 miles
PASS
Mileage31,865 miles
Since last MOT+9,062 miles
PASS
Mileage22,803 miles
Since last MOT+5,934 miles
PASS
Mileage16,869 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,869 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

RegistrationFN52 NKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1400cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FN52 NKX

What car is FN52 NKX?

FN52 NKX is an green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FN52 NKX?

The last recorded mileage for FN52 NKX was 63,806 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN52 NKX passed its MOT?

FN52 NKX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2016.

Is FN52 NKX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN52 NKX 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 FN52 NKX?

FN52 NKX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.