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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 124,683 miles on the clock, averaging 7,486 miles per year, around 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 HJ52 JYY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,119 |
| Average per year | 7,486 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | HJ52 JYY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| 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 JYY
What car is HJ52 JYY?
HJ52 JYY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2002.
What is the mileage of HJ52 JYY?
The last recorded mileage for HJ52 JYY was 124,683 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HJ52 JYY passed its MOT?
HJ52 JYY has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Jul 2019.
Is HJ52 JYY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ52 JYY 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 JYY?
HJ52 JYY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.