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FN52 NLR

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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 48,118 miles on the clock, averaging 1,312 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 NLR

MOT Status
Due date passed
48,118
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
1,312

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 reading48,118 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,030
Average per year1,312
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN52 NLR 31k35k39k44k48k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage48,118 miles
Since last MOT+4,030 miles
PASS
Mileage44,088 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,088 miles
Since last MOT+254 miles
PASS
Mileage43,834 miles
Since last MOT+389 miles
PASS
Mileage43,445 miles
Since last MOT+594 miles
PASS
Mileage42,851 miles
Since last MOT+838 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,013 miles
Since last MOT+893 miles
PASS
Mileage41,120 miles
Since last MOT+756 miles
PASS
Mileage40,364 miles
Since last MOT+1,163 miles
PASS
Mileage39,201 miles
Since last MOT+951 miles
PASS
Mileage38,250 miles
Since last MOT+1,411 miles
PASS
Mileage36,839 miles
Since last MOT+2,140 miles
PASS
Mileage34,699 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,699 miles
Since last MOT+3,936 miles
PASS
Mileage30,763 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 NLR
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 NLR

What car is FN52 NLR?

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

What is the mileage of FN52 NLR?

The last recorded mileage for FN52 NLR was 48,118 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN52 NLR passed its MOT?

FN52 NLR has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2020.

Is FN52 NLR ULEZ compliant?

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

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