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NG51 YJE

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 999cc

Blue Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine999cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 999cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 120,662 miles on the clock, averaging 4,421 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 NG51 YJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
120,662
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,421

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading120,662 miles
Reading date
Miles last year38,022
Average per year4,421
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NG51 YJE 48k66k84k102k121k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage120,662 miles
Since last MOT+38,022 miles
PASS
Mileage82,640 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,640 miles
Since last MOT+2,201 miles
PASS
Mileage80,439 miles
Since last MOT+4,240 miles
PASS
Mileage76,199 miles
Since last MOT+3,519 miles
PASS
Mileage72,680 miles
Since last MOT+160 miles
PASS
Mileage72,520 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
PASS
Mileage72,514 miles
Since last MOT+1,401 miles
PASS
Mileage71,113 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,835 miles
PASS
Mileage67,261 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,261 miles
Since last MOT+3,506 miles
PASS
Mileage63,755 miles
Since last MOT+3,995 miles
PASS
Mileage59,760 miles
Since last MOT+4,238 miles
PASS
Mileage55,522 miles
Since last MOT+1,796 miles
PASS
Mileage53,726 miles
Since last MOT+4,100 miles
PASS
Mileage49,626 miles
Since last MOT+345 miles
PASS
Mileage49,281 miles
Since last MOT+888 miles
PASS
Mileage48,393 miles
Since last MOT+711 miles
PASS
Mileage47,682 miles

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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

RegistrationNG51 YJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNG — Newcastle, North
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About NG51 YJE

What car is NG51 YJE?

NG51 YJE is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (999cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NG51 YJE?

The last recorded mileage for NG51 YJE was 120,662 miles, recorded on 22 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NG51 YJE passed its MOT?

NG51 YJE has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Apr 2023.

Is NG51 YJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG51 YJE 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 NG51 YJE?

NG51 YJE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.