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FN52 NWZ

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 98,518 miles on the clock, averaging 7,521 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 FN52 NWZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,518
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,521

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading98,518 miles
Reading date
Miles last year275
Average per year7,521
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FN52 NWZ 24k43k61k80k99k '06'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage98,518 miles
Since last MOT+275 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,243 miles
Since last MOT+5,067 miles
PASS
Mileage93,176 miles
Since last MOT+10,338 miles
PASS
Mileage82,838 miles
Since last MOT+7,945 miles
PASS
Mileage74,893 miles
Since last MOT+11,192 miles
PASS
Mileage63,701 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,701 miles
Since last MOT+9,772 miles
PASS
Mileage53,929 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,929 miles
Since last MOT+3,330 miles
PASS
Mileage50,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage50,599 miles
Since last MOT+6,406 miles
PASS
Mileage44,193 miles
Since last MOT+6,491 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,702 miles
Since last MOT+7,052 miles
PASS
Mileage30,650 miles
Since last MOT+6,203 miles
PASS
Mileage24,447 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,447 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 NWZ
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 NWZ

What car is FN52 NWZ?

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

What is the mileage of FN52 NWZ?

The last recorded mileage for FN52 NWZ was 98,518 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN52 NWZ passed its MOT?

FN52 NWZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2015.

Is FN52 NWZ ULEZ compliant?

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

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