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NJ52 NHU

2002 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Silver Registered in Newcastle, North · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourSilver
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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 8 (72% pass rate). It has 61,462 miles on the clock, averaging 2,557 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 NJ52 NHU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
61,462
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2005
72%
Pass Rate
21 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
2,557

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading61,462 miles
Reading date
Miles last year19
Average per year2,557
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ52 NHU 10k23k36k49k61k '05'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage61,462 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,443 miles
Since last MOT+339 miles
PASS
Mileage61,104 miles
Since last MOT+739 miles
PASS
Mileage60,365 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,348 miles
Since last MOT+586 miles
PASS
Mileage59,762 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,762 miles
Since last MOT+708 miles
PASS
Mileage59,054 miles
Since last MOT+732 miles
PASS
Mileage58,322 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,305 miles
Since last MOT+532 miles
PASS
Mileage57,773 miles
Since last MOT+1,394 miles
PASS
Mileage56,379 miles
Since last MOT+2,006 miles
PASS
Mileage54,373 miles
Since last MOT+1,397 miles
PASS
Mileage52,976 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,976 miles
Since last MOT+1,443 miles
PASS
Mileage51,533 miles
Since last MOT+120 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,413 miles
Since last MOT+3,237 miles
PASS
Mileage48,176 miles
Since last MOT+1,623 miles
PASS
Mileage46,553 miles
Since last MOT+1,654 miles
PASS
Mileage44,899 miles
Since last MOT+2,026 miles
PASS
Mileage42,873 miles
Since last MOT+3,625 miles
PASS
Mileage39,248 miles
Since last MOT+128 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,120 miles
Since last MOT+5,099 miles
PASS
Mileage34,021 miles
Since last MOT+3,359 miles
PASS
Mileage30,662 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,645 miles
Since last MOT+7,196 miles
PASS
Mileage23,449 miles
Since last MOT+7,179 miles
PASS
Mileage16,270 miles
Since last MOT+6,472 miles
PASS
Mileage9,798 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

RegistrationNJ52 NHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About NJ52 NHU

What car is NJ52 NHU?

NJ52 NHU is an silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.

What is the mileage of NJ52 NHU?

The last recorded mileage for NJ52 NHU was 61,462 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ52 NHU passed its MOT?

NJ52 NHU has had 29 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (21 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.

Is NJ52 NHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ52 NHU 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 NJ52 NHU?

NJ52 NHU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.