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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 120,853 miles on the clock, averaging 4,361 miles per year, well 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 VTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 120,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,361 |
| 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:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT52 VTJ |
| 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 VTJ
What car is MT52 VTJ?
MT52 VTJ is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MT52 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for MT52 VTJ was 120,853 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT52 VTJ passed its MOT?
MT52 VTJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2024.
Is MT52 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT52 VTJ 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 VTJ?
MT52 VTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.