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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 170,364 miles on the clock, averaging 11,974 miles per year, above 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 HD51 FFE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 170,364 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,515 |
| Average per year | 11,974 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | HD51 FFE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HD51 FFE
What car is HD51 FFE?
HD51 FFE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HD51 FFE?
The last recorded mileage for HD51 FFE was 170,364 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD51 FFE passed its MOT?
HD51 FFE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 21 Feb 2018.
Is HD51 FFE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD51 FFE 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 HD51 FFE?
HD51 FFE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.