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GN52 VTL

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 66,096 miles on the clock, averaging 2,349 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 GN52 VTL

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,096
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
2,349

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,096 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,910
Average per year2,349
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GN52 VTL 21k33k44k55k66k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,096 miles
Since last MOT+1,910 miles
PASS
Mileage64,186 miles
Since last MOT+1,947 miles
PASS
Mileage62,239 miles
Since last MOT+1,910 miles
PASS
Mileage60,329 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage60,329 miles
Since last MOT+1,700 miles
PASS
Mileage58,629 miles
Since last MOT+515 miles
PASS
Mileage58,114 miles
Since last MOT+1,187 miles
PASS
Mileage56,927 miles
Since last MOT+2,326 miles
PASS
Mileage54,601 miles
Since last MOT+1,753 miles
PASS
Mileage52,848 miles
Since last MOT+2,282 miles
PASS
Mileage50,566 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,564 miles
Since last MOT+2,175 miles
PASS
Mileage48,389 miles
Since last MOT+2,256 miles
PASS
Mileage46,133 miles
Since last MOT+1,637 miles
PASS
Mileage44,496 miles
Since last MOT+2,560 miles
PASS
Mileage41,936 miles
Since last MOT+2,764 miles
PASS
Mileage39,172 miles
Since last MOT+2,211 miles
PASS
Mileage36,961 miles
Since last MOT+2,062 miles
PASS
Mileage34,899 miles
Since last MOT+3,894 miles
PASS
Mileage31,005 miles
Since last MOT+4,539 miles
PASS
Mileage26,466 miles
Since last MOT+5,087 miles
PASS
Mileage21,379 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

RegistrationGN52 VTL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGN — Maidstone, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GN52 VTL

What car is GN52 VTL?

GN52 VTL is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.

What is the mileage of GN52 VTL?

The last recorded mileage for GN52 VTL was 66,096 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GN52 VTL passed its MOT?

GN52 VTL has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.

Is GN52 VTL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GN52 VTL 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 GN52 VTL?

GN52 VTL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.