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 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 130,326 miles on the clock, averaging 5,712 miles per year, below 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 MT51 DDU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,326 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,654 |
| Average per year | 5,712 |
| 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 | MT51 DDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MT51 DDU
What car is MT51 DDU?
MT51 DDU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MT51 DDU?
The last recorded mileage for MT51 DDU was 130,326 miles, recorded on 28 Dec 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT51 DDU passed its MOT?
MT51 DDU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Dec 2019.
Is MT51 DDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT51 DDU 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 MT51 DDU?
MT51 DDU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.