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FN52 NWV

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1400cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1400cc
ColourGrey
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 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 84,577 miles on the clock, averaging 6,992 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 FN52 NWV

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,577
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
6,992

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

Below average
Latest reading84,577 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,671
Average per year6,992
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN52 NWV 26k41k55k70k85k '05'14'11

Check FN52 NWV

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,577 miles
Since last MOT+3,671 miles
PASS
Mileage80,906 miles
Since last MOT+30 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,876 miles
Since last MOT+7,854 miles
PASS
Mileage73,022 miles
Since last MOT+65,726 miles
FAIL
Mileage7,296 miles
PASS
Mileage64,298 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,261 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,213 miles
Since last MOT+12,686 miles
PASS
Mileage51,527 miles
Since last MOT+11,227 miles
PASS
Mileage40,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,300 miles
Since last MOT+616 miles
PASS
Mileage39,684 miles
Since last MOT+4,308 miles
PASS
Mileage35,376 miles
Since last MOT+4,517 miles
PASS
Mileage30,859 miles
Since last MOT+4,661 miles
PASS
Mileage26,198 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 NWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
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 NWV

What car is FN52 NWV?

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

What is the mileage of FN52 NWV?

The last recorded mileage for FN52 NWV was 84,577 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN52 NWV passed its MOT?

FN52 NWV has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2014.

Is FN52 NWV ULEZ compliant?

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

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