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GV51 UZP

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1390cc

Black Registered in Brighton, 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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 147,391 miles on the clock, averaging 7,436 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 GV51 UZP

MOT Status
Due date passed
147,391
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,436

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading147,391 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year7,436
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV51 UZP 74k93k111k129k147k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,391 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,388 miles
Since last MOT+10,868 miles
PASS
Mileage136,520 miles
Since last MOT+20,020 miles
FAIL
Mileage116,500 miles
Since last MOT+4,434 miles
PASS
Mileage112,066 miles
PASS
Mileage116,094 miles
Since last MOT+19,974 miles
PASS
Mileage96,120 miles
Since last MOT+6,130 miles
PASS
Mileage89,990 miles
Since last MOT+4,415 miles
PASS
Mileage85,575 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,573 miles
Since last MOT+5,421 miles
PASS
Mileage80,152 miles
Since last MOT+5,713 miles
PASS
Mileage74,439 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,423 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

RegistrationGV51 UZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About GV51 UZP

What car is GV51 UZP?

GV51 UZP is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GV51 UZP?

The last recorded mileage for GV51 UZP was 147,391 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV51 UZP passed its MOT?

GV51 UZP has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jul 2016.

Is GV51 UZP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 UZP 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 GV51 UZP?

GV51 UZP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.