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GF52 FOU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Grey Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
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 1390cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 93,848 miles on the clock, averaging 11,315 miles per year, above 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 GF52 FOU

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,848
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2005
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
11,315

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading93,848 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year11,315
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GF52 FOU 26k43k60k77k94k '05'11'09

Check GF52 FOU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,848 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,847 miles
Since last MOT+16,439 miles
PASS
Mileage77,408 miles
Since last MOT+18,310 miles
PASS
Mileage59,098 miles
Since last MOT+9,674 miles
PASS
Mileage49,424 miles
Since last MOT+7,251 miles
PASS
Mileage42,173 miles
Since last MOT+8,577 miles
PASS
Mileage33,596 miles
Since last MOT+8,050 miles
PASS
Mileage25,546 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

RegistrationGF52 FOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGF — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GF52 FOU

What car is GF52 FOU?

GF52 FOU is a grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GF52 FOU?

The last recorded mileage for GF52 FOU was 93,848 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF52 FOU passed its MOT?

GF52 FOU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Oct 2011.

Is GF52 FOU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 FOU 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 GF52 FOU?

GF52 FOU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.