Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
MX52 WUY

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 120,197 miles on the clock, averaging 8,454 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for MX52 WUY

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,197
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
8,454

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading120,197 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,454
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MX52 WUY 34k55k77k99k120k '06'16'12

Check MX52 WUY

Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,197 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,197 miles
Since last MOT+6,000 miles
PASS
Mileage114,197 miles
Since last MOT+6,144 miles
PASS
Mileage108,053 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,052 miles
Since last MOT+5,814 miles
PASS
Mileage102,238 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,230 miles
Since last MOT+8,850 miles
PASS
Mileage93,380 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage93,380 miles
Since last MOT+10,008 miles
PASS
Mileage83,372 miles
Since last MOT+12,140 miles
PASS
Mileage71,232 miles
Since last MOT+762 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,470 miles
Since last MOT+8,881 miles
PASS
Mileage61,589 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,589 miles
Since last MOT+9,077 miles
PASS
Mileage52,512 miles
Since last MOT+8,852 miles
PASS
Mileage43,660 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,660 miles
Since last MOT+9,821 miles
PASS
Mileage33,839 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Polo often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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:

Read our Volkswagen Polo Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Polo

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 WUY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeMX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

More MX52 W plates

Browse all MX52 W registrations from Manchester.

About MX52 WUY

What car is MX52 WUY?

MX52 WUY is an black Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.

What is the mileage of MX52 WUY?

The last recorded mileage for MX52 WUY was 120,197 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MX52 WUY passed its MOT?

MX52 WUY has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2016.

Is MX52 WUY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 WUY 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 MX52 WUY?

MX52 WUY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.