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GL52 BWX

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Maidstone, Garden of England · 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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 60,940 miles on the clock, averaging 9,133 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 GL52 BWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
60,940
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
9,133

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 reading60,940 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year9,133
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for GL52 BWX 24k33k42k52k61k '05'09'08

Check GL52 BWX

Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

PASS
Mileage60,940 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,936 miles
Since last MOT+5,786 miles
PASS
Mileage55,150 miles
Since last MOT+4,830 miles
PASS
Mileage50,320 miles
Since last MOT+12,971 miles
PASS
Mileage37,349 miles
Since last MOT+13,349 miles
PASS
Mileage24,000 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,980 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

RegistrationGL52 BWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGL — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GL52 BWX

What car is GL52 BWX?

GL52 BWX is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GL52 BWX?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 BWX was 60,940 miles, recorded on 31 Dec 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 BWX passed its MOT?

GL52 BWX has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Dec 2009.

Is GL52 BWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL52 BWX 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 GL52 BWX?

GL52 BWX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.