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FX52 FPT

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlack
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 1390cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 74,596 miles on the clock, averaging 4,129 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 FX52 FPT

MOT Status
Due date passed
74,596
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
76%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,129

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading74,596 miles
Reading date
Miles last year515
Average per year4,129
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FX52 FPT 16k30k45k60k75k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage74,596 miles
Since last MOT+515 miles
PASS
Mileage74,081 miles
Since last MOT+3,971 miles
PASS
Mileage70,110 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,104 miles
Since last MOT+4,195 miles
PASS
Mileage65,909 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,907 miles
Since last MOT+4,478 miles
PASS
Mileage61,429 miles
Since last MOT+4,303 miles
PASS
Mileage57,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,724 miles
PASS
Mileage52,402 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,402 miles
Since last MOT+4,390 miles
PASS
Mileage48,012 miles
Since last MOT+4,199 miles
PASS
Mileage43,813 miles
Since last MOT+3,997 miles
PASS
Mileage39,816 miles
Since last MOT+4,293 miles
PASS
Mileage35,523 miles
Since last MOT+3,716 miles
PASS
Mileage31,807 miles
Since last MOT+3,841 miles
PASS
Mileage27,966 miles
Since last MOT+5,088 miles
PASS
Mileage22,878 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage22,878 miles
Since last MOT+7,139 miles
PASS
Mileage15,739 miles
Since last MOT+167 miles
PASS
Mileage15,572 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

RegistrationFX52 FPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FX52 FPT

What car is FX52 FPT?

FX52 FPT is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.

What is the mileage of FX52 FPT?

The last recorded mileage for FX52 FPT was 74,596 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX52 FPT passed its MOT?

FX52 FPT has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2020.

Is FX52 FPT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX52 FPT 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 FX52 FPT?

FX52 FPT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.