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 1200cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 178,091 miles on the clock, averaging 17,281 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for HJ52 FVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,091 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,234 |
| Average per year | 17,281 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | HJ52 FVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About HJ52 FVB
What car is HJ52 FVB?
HJ52 FVB is an red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HJ52 FVB?
The last recorded mileage for HJ52 FVB was 178,091 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ52 FVB passed its MOT?
HJ52 FVB has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 5 Aug 2015.
Is HJ52 FVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ52 FVB 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 HJ52 FVB?
HJ52 FVB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.