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GX52 SUF

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 133,499 miles on the clock, averaging 6,589 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 GX52 SUF

MOT Status
Due date passed
133,499
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2005
88%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
6,589

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading133,499 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,983
Average per year6,589
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GX52 SUF 44k67k89k111k133k '05'19'12

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage133,499 miles
Since last MOT+6,983 miles
PASS
Mileage126,516 miles
Since last MOT+2,841 miles
PASS
Mileage123,675 miles
Since last MOT+6,226 miles
PASS
Mileage117,449 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,449 miles
Since last MOT+3,679 miles
PASS
Mileage113,770 miles
Since last MOT+3,904 miles
PASS
Mileage109,866 miles
Since last MOT+6,745 miles
PASS
Mileage103,121 miles
Since last MOT+9,086 miles
PASS
Mileage94,035 miles
Since last MOT+8,945 miles
PASS
Mileage85,090 miles
Since last MOT+8,788 miles
PASS
Mileage76,302 miles
Since last MOT+8,933 miles
PASS
Mileage67,369 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,360 miles
Since last MOT+9,175 miles
PASS
Mileage58,185 miles
Since last MOT+9,292 miles
PASS
Mileage48,893 miles
Since last MOT+4,527 miles
PASS
Mileage44,366 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

RegistrationGX52 SUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1390cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGX — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GX52 SUF

What car is GX52 SUF?

GX52 SUF is a black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GX52 SUF?

The last recorded mileage for GX52 SUF was 133,499 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GX52 SUF passed its MOT?

GX52 SUF has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2019.

Is GX52 SUF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX52 SUF 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 GX52 SUF?

GX52 SUF is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.