Vehicle summary
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 1198cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 147,602 miles on the clock, averaging 6,723 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GF52 FOV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,602 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,723 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GF52 FOV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GF — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GF52 FOV
What car is GF52 FOV?
GF52 FOV is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GF52 FOV?
The last recorded mileage for GF52 FOV was 147,602 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GF52 FOV passed its MOT?
GF52 FOV has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2023.
Is GF52 FOV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GF52 FOV 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 FOV?
GF52 FOV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.