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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 96,467 miles on the clock, averaging 6,592 miles per year, 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 HF52 HFR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,467 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,109 |
| Average per year | 6,592 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | HF52 HFR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HF52 HFR
What car is HF52 HFR?
HF52 HFR is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HF52 HFR?
The last recorded mileage for HF52 HFR was 96,467 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HF52 HFR passed its MOT?
HF52 HFR has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 4 Mar 2019.
Is HF52 HFR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF52 HFR 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 HF52 HFR?
HF52 HFR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.