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 1390cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 146,909 miles on the clock, averaging 7,652 miles per year, around 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 YGE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,909 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 38 |
| Average per year | 7,652 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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:
Timing chain tensioner
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GN52 YGE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GN — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GN52 YGE
What car is GN52 YGE?
GN52 YGE is a blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2002.
What is the mileage of GN52 YGE?
The last recorded mileage for GN52 YGE was 146,909 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GN52 YGE passed its MOT?
GN52 YGE has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2021.
Is GN52 YGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GN52 YGE 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 YGE?
GN52 YGE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.