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 1198cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 56,227 miles on the clock, averaging 2,499 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for GX52 XJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 2,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GX52 XJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GX — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GX52 XJY
What car is GX52 XJY?
GX52 XJY is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GX52 XJY?
The last recorded mileage for GX52 XJY was 56,227 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GX52 XJY passed its MOT?
GX52 XJY has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2025.
Is GX52 XJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GX52 XJY 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 XJY?
GX52 XJY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.