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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 117,398 miles on the clock, averaging 6,958 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 PE52 DYJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,398 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,221 |
| Average per year | 6,958 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PE52 DYJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About PE52 DYJ
What car is PE52 DYJ?
PE52 DYJ is a red Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2002.
What is the mileage of PE52 DYJ?
The last recorded mileage for PE52 DYJ was 117,398 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE52 DYJ passed its MOT?
PE52 DYJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2016.
Is PE52 DYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE52 DYJ 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 PE52 DYJ?
PE52 DYJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.