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GF52 TSU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 151,947 miles on the clock, averaging 9,844 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 TSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
151,947
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
9,844

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading151,947 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,844
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GF52 TSU 19k52k86k119k152k '06'19'15

Check GF52 TSU

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage151,947 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,947 miles
Since last MOT+20,426 miles
PASS
Mileage131,521 miles
Since last MOT+16,180 miles
PASS
Mileage115,341 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,341 miles
Since last MOT+13,518 miles
PASS
Mileage101,823 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,823 miles
Since last MOT+8,230 miles
PASS
Mileage93,593 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,583 miles
Since last MOT+3,235 miles
PASS
Mileage90,348 miles
Since last MOT+17,430 miles
PASS
Mileage72,918 miles
Since last MOT+5,731 miles
PASS
Mileage67,187 miles
Since last MOT+9,819 miles
PASS
Mileage57,368 miles
Since last MOT+9,147 miles
PASS
Mileage48,221 miles
Since last MOT+9,383 miles
PASS
Mileage38,838 miles
Since last MOT+5,828 miles
PASS
Mileage33,010 miles
Since last MOT+6,000 miles
PASS
Mileage27,010 miles
Since last MOT+7,872 miles
PASS
Mileage19,138 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 TSU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
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 TSU

What car is GF52 TSU?

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

What is the mileage of GF52 TSU?

The last recorded mileage for GF52 TSU was 151,947 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GF52 TSU passed its MOT?

GF52 TSU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2019.

Is GF52 TSU ULEZ compliant?

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

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