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GL52 GFV

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1390cc
ColourRed
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 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 77,374 miles on the clock, averaging 4,790 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 GL52 GFV

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,374
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
67%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
4,790

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,374 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year4,790
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GL52 GFV 12k29k45k61k77k '05'19'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,374 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,373 miles
Since last MOT+4,592 miles
PASS
Mileage72,781 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,781 miles
Since last MOT+4,817 miles
PASS
Mileage67,964 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,964 miles
Since last MOT+5,045 miles
PASS
Mileage62,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,919 miles
Since last MOT+5,095 miles
PASS
Mileage57,824 miles
Since last MOT+881 miles
PASS
Mileage56,943 miles
Since last MOT+4,397 miles
PASS
Mileage52,546 miles
Since last MOT+5,062 miles
PASS
Mileage47,484 miles
Since last MOT+2,628 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,856 miles
Since last MOT+3,023 miles
PASS
Mileage41,833 miles
Since last MOT+3,261 miles
PASS
Mileage38,572 miles
Since last MOT+112 miles
PASS
Mileage38,460 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage38,451 miles
Since last MOT+9,201 miles
PASS
Mileage29,250 miles
Since last MOT+9,097 miles
PASS
Mileage20,153 miles
Since last MOT+7,880 miles
PASS
Mileage12,273 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage12,273 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 GFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
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 GFV

What car is GL52 GFV?

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

What is the mileage of GL52 GFV?

The last recorded mileage for GL52 GFV was 77,374 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GL52 GFV passed its MOT?

GL52 GFV has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2019.

Is GL52 GFV ULEZ compliant?

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

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