Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 80,747 miles on the clock, averaging 5,777 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 MT52 POA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 80,747 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,799 |
| Average per year | 5,777 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT52 POA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MT52 POA
What car is MT52 POA?
MT52 POA is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MT52 POA?
The last recorded mileage for MT52 POA was 80,747 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT52 POA passed its MOT?
MT52 POA has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2016.
Is MT52 POA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 POA 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 MT52 POA?
MT52 POA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.