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 Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 167,838 miles on the clock, averaging 7,202 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 NL52 HWW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 167,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,054 |
| Average per year | 7,202 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | NL52 HWW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About NL52 HWW
What car is NL52 HWW?
NL52 HWW is an silver Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2002.
What is the mileage of NL52 HWW?
The last recorded mileage for NL52 HWW was 167,838 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL52 HWW passed its MOT?
NL52 HWW has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Jun 2020.
Is NL52 HWW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL52 HWW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NL52 HWW?
NL52 HWW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.