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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 110,760 miles on the clock, averaging 6,523 miles per year, 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 GV51 WNU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 110,760 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,457 |
| Average per year | 6,523 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | GV51 WNU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GV51 WNU
What car is GV51 WNU?
GV51 WNU is a green Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GV51 WNU?
The last recorded mileage for GV51 WNU was 110,760 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV51 WNU passed its MOT?
GV51 WNU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2013.
Is GV51 WNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV51 WNU 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 WNU?
GV51 WNU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.